Denver Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch Tuesday, May 20, 1919
Add to My HeroesEmerson L. McKinnon
Policeman McKinnon was killed when fell through an opening in an elevator shaft while assisting city firefighters battle a fire at the city shops. As he and two firefighters advanced a hose line he fell down the shaft, striking the concrete floor 20-feet below. He succumbed to his injuries six days later.
Bio
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Incident Details
- Cause Fall
- Incident Date Wednesday, May 14, 1919
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer McKinnon,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Denver.
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