Metropolitan Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Sunday, January 10, 1909
Add to My HeroesWilliam Mateer
Patrolman William Mateer drowned while attempting to rescue a fisherman who had fallen through the ice on Ponkapoag Pond in Canton.
The fisherman also drowned in the incident.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
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View all 22 ReflectionsPatrolman Mateer, it has been 115 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your years of law enforcement service
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