Luzerne Township Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Thursday, July 9, 1970
Add to My HeroesElmer E. Miller, Jr.
Patrolman Elmer Miller was killed when he was pushed down a flight of stairs by a deranged man who was high on drugs. The suspect was charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Patrolman Miller had served with the Luzerne Township Police Department for 10 years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Charged with manslaughter
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