Police Officer Edwin Stillwell

Police Officer Edwin Stillwell

Freeport Police Department, New York

End of Watch Thursday, July 26, 1945

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Edwin Stillwell

Police Officer Edwin Stillwell succumbed to injuries sustained four days earlier when his patrol car struck a tree in Huntington, New York during a vehicle pursuit.

He had attempted to stop the vehicle for reckless driving at Grant Avenue and Babylon Turnpike in Freeport. The driver of the vehicle led him on a pursuit that ended when Officer Stillwell crashed in Huntington. The driver of the vehicle continued to flee and was not caught.

Police Officer Stillwell was survived by his wife.

Bio

  • Age 55
  • Tour 2 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicle pursuit
  • Incident Date Monday, July 23, 1945
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Not available

vehicle pursuit

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Officer Stillwell,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Freeport. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 26, 2025

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