Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Saturday, March 31, 1945
Add to My HeroesJohn Ferdinand Schaefer
Police Officer Schaefer was killed in an automobile accident at the intersection of Thompson Street and Lefever Street. He was transported to Frankford Hospital where he succumbed to his head injuries.
Officer Schaefer had served with the Philadelphia Police Department for 16 years.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 16 years
- Badge 2054
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsOfficer Schaefer,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Philadelphia. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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