New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Thursday, March 18, 1926
Add to My HeroesWilliam Higgins
Patrolman William Higgins was killed in a motorcycle accident while on duty.
Patrolman Higgins was on patrol when his department motorcycle when a tire blew-out on the motorcycle was causing Patrolman Higgins to lose control and strike a tree. Patrolman Higgins was removed to St. Luke's Hospital where he died the next day from his injuries.
Patrolman Higgins was assigned to Motorcycle Squad 1, the present day Highway 1.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge 10611
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Wednesday, March 17, 1926
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsRest in peace Patrolman Higgins.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
March 18, 2021
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