Patrolman Samuel R. McGreevy, Pittsburgh Bureau of Police, Pennsylvania

Patrolman Samuel R. McGreevy

Pittsburgh Bureau of Police, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Thursday, October 9, 1924

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Samuel R. McGreevy

Patrolman Samuel McGreevy succumbed to injuries when he fell from the running board of a car at the intersection of Carson Street and Main Street.

He had commandeered the car in an attempt to stop a speeding motorist on Main Street. Patrolman McGreevy lost his balance when the car came to a stop and fell to the ground. He contracted double pneumonia as a result of his injuries and died four days later.

Patrolman McGreevy had served with the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police for over 17 years. He was survived by his wife and daughter.

Bio

Age 46
Tour 17 years, 8 months
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Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash
Incident Date Sunday, October 5, 1924

vehicle pursuit

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Patrolman McGreevy,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Pittsburgh. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 9, 2024