Patrolman Dennis J. Harrington, Buffalo Police Department, New York

Patrolman Dennis J. Harrington

Buffalo Police Department, New York

End of Watch Saturday, October 2, 1920

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Dennis J. Harrington

Patrolman Dennis Harrington succumbed to injuries he received when he was struck and killed by an automobile on Abbott Road in front of the Donner Street Steel plant.

The driver was driving slowly but did not see Patrolman Harrington crossing the street. Patrolman Harrington was transported to Emergency Hospital where he died the next morning.

Charges against the driver were dismissed.

Patrolman Harrington had served with the Buffalo Police Department for five years and was assigned to Precinct 9. He was survived by his wife and two sons.

Bio

Age 32
Tour 5 years
Badge 522

Incident Details

Cause Struck by vehicle
Incident Date Friday, October 1, 1920

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Another year passes on the anniversary of your death. I wish I could have known you. I'm sure you would have been a great grandfather. You were taken at such a young age, even your own children didn't get to know you. I wish I could change all that. I find myself wondering how all of our lives would have been altered if you hadn't been struck by a car and pass away that fateful day. Your son's would have had a male role model instead of being raised by their mother in your absence. We grandchildren would have been able to see you every time we went for a visit and during summer break from school. How would that have looked? Week never know, but I know I will still wonder, what if?? You are not forgotten grampa. It just took me awhile to find you here with your brothers that also have the ultimate sacrifice, as you did. I'll love you forever.❤️
Your youngest grandchild,

October 3, 2024