Providence Police Department, Rhode Island
End of Watch Tuesday, December 26, 1916
Add to My HeroesJames P. Cavanaugh
Patrolman James Cavanaugh succumbed to injuries sustained several weeks earlier when his horse slipped on ice, throwing him to the ground on Manton Avenue.
Patrolman Cavanaugh was assigned to the Mounted Command and had served with the Providence Police Department for nine years.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Animal related
- Incident Date Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsPatrolman Cavanaugh, it has been 106 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 9 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Providence.
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