Boston Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Sunday, December 25, 1927
Add to My HeroesHerbert D. Allen
Patrolman Herbert Allen died of head injuries he received in a motorcycle crash near the intersection of Washington Street and Fairbanks Street.
Patrolman Allen had served with the Boston Police Department for almost two years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, and three brothers
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 1 year, 8 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
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