Patrolman Raymond Cleveland, Poughkeepsie City Police Department, New York

Patrolman Raymond Cleveland

Poughkeepsie City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Thursday, September 25, 1969

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Raymond Cleveland

Patrolman Raymond Cleveland suffered a fatal heart attack while escorting a woman to jail from a local tavern.

The woman was able to slip out of her handcuffs near 385 Main Street and kicked him. He collapsed while trying to subdue the woman.

The woman was charged with assault, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest.

Patrolman Cleveland had served with the Poughkeepsie Police Department for 27 years. He was survived by his wife, son, daughter, six grandchildren, and five siblings.

Bio

Age 57
Tour 27 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Heart attack
Weapon Person
Offender Not available

prisoner custody

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This was “My Uncle Ray”. Although I was only 15 I remember him dearly. A lot of fun at his house when myself and my siblings went to visit.
He is buried with my Dad in Poughkeepsie NY
Rest in Peace Uncle Ray.
With Love,
Linda (Clark) Kaiser ❤️

Linda (Clark) Kaiser
Niece

June 6, 2024