Patrolman Thomas Lynch, New York Municipal Police Force, New York

Patrolman Thomas Lynch

New York Municipal Police Force, New York

End of Watch Thursday, September 27, 1849

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Thomas Lynch

Patrolman Lynch killed after responding to a large dispute.

Patrolman Lynch responded to 16 Dover street after receiving a report of a large dispute. As he tried to mediate the dispute, he was struck in the head 11 times with an iron pipe. He was seriously injured and died 14 months later from his wounds.

Patrolman Lynch was assigned to the 4th Patrol District, the present day 1st Precinct.

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Incident Details

Cause Assault
Incident Date Saturday, July 22, 1848
Weapon Blunt object; Pipe
Offender Not available

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Patrolman Lynch,
On today, the 175th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 27, 2024