Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Wednesday, January 25, 1967
Add to My HeroesWilliam J. Baumer
Police Officer William Baumer suffered a fatal heart attack while struggling with a suspect he was attempting to arrest in a deli at the corner of Orleans Street and Patterson Park Avenue.
Officer Baumer had served with the Baltimore Police Department for 20 years.
Bio
- Age 49
- Tour 20 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Baumer,
On today, the 58th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during World War II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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