Altoona Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Saturday, December 9, 1933
Add to My HeroesRobert Jacob Bigelow
Patrolman Robert Bigelow was killed while on his motorcycle patrol.
A car driven by a drunk driver ran a stop sign as Patrolman Bigelow entered the intersection. Patrolman Bigelow hit the side of the car and died the following morning of critical head and chest injuries.
The driver of the car was never charged for driving under the influence or held responsible for the accident.
Patrolman Bigelow was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Friday, December 8, 1933
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsRest in peace Patrolman Bigelow.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
December 9, 2020
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