Patrolman John E. Malan, Glens Falls Police Department, New York

Patrolman John E. Malan

Glens Falls Police Department, New York

End of Watch Monday, September 2, 1935

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John E. Malan

Patrolman John Malan was killed in a motorcycle crash while responding to a minor traffic collision call.

At 12:40 p.m., Patrolman Malan was notified of a crash at Maple and Prospect Streets. While traveling south on Glen Street, his tire hit the curb south of Sherman Avenue. His motorcycle skidded over 250 feet, landing between Pine and Bacon Streets. He died en route to the hospital.

Patrolman Malan was a United States Navy veteran and had served with the Glens Falls Police Department for 10 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, parents, sister, and two brothers.

Bio

Age 34
Tour 10 years
Badge 13
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash

motorcycle, single vehicle crash, traffic patrol

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Patrolman Malan,
On today, the 95th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Glens Falls.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 2, 2025