Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Friday, September 29, 1899
Add to My HeroesJoseph Burman
Sergeant Joseph Burman was struck by a train and killed while on duty in Madisonville.
While on patrol, Sergeant Burman was walking along the railroad tracks. He stepped on the westbound track when an eastbound train was passing. He did not see the train on the westbound track traveling 60 miles per hour. He was struck and died instantly.
Sergeant Burman had served with the Cincinnati Police Department for over three years. He was preceded in death by his wife and child.
He is buried at the St. Joseph New Cemetary in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour 3 years, 3 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsSgt. Burman,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Cincinnati.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
September 29, 2024
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