Metropolitan Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Thursday, September 20, 1923
Add to My HeroesFrederick G. Mercer
Patrolman Fred Mercer was killed in a motorcycle accident on the Charles River Parkway, at the intersection with Western Avenue, in Cambridge.
He was attempting to stop a speeding motorist when a truck turn into his path, causing him to collide with it. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries several hours later.
Patrolman Mercer had served with the Metropolitan Police Department for 12 years. He was survived by his wife, son, five brothers.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 12 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
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View all 19 ReflectionsPatrolman Mercer, it has been 101 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your 12 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Massachusetts.
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