Pittsburgh Bureau of Police, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Friday, October 23, 1908
Add to My HeroesJames Farrell
Patrolman James Farrell was accidentally killed by a fellow officer who mistook him for a robber on Melrose Avenue at 12:15 a.m.
He had served with the Pittsburgh Police Department for just over one year.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 1 year, 2 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsPatrolman Farrell,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Pittsburgh.
R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
October 23, 2018
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