Natick Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Tuesday, July 19, 1921
Add to My HeroesCharles W. Mathews
Patrolman Charles Mathews succumbed to injuries sustained two days earlier while directing traffic at the intersection of Palmer Avenue and Pond Street at approximately 9:00 pm.
Patrolman Mathews had served with the Natick Police Department for 10 years. He was survived by his wife, four daughters, and one son.
Patrolman Mathews' grandson, Patrolman Wallace Mathews, was killed in the line of duty on April 23rd, 1953 while serving with the Massachusetts State Police.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Sunday, July 17, 1921
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsToday on your 103rd Anniversary, we will never forget. Although you passed away long before my time, your memory and spirit still lives in all of us today..
CHRISTOPHER W MATHEWS
Great-Grand Son
July 22, 2024
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