Patrolman Henry E. A. Meyer, New York City Police Department, New York

Patrolman Henry E. A. Meyer

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Friday, September 16, 1927

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Henry E. A. Meyer

Patrolman Henry "Big Hen" Meyer was shot and killed by one of two men he was attempting to arrest for robbery.

The subjects had robbed two women who were praying in a cemetery and locked them in a mausoleum. Patrolman Meyer was killed as he attempted to arrest the subjects.

Both suspects, 18 and 22, were convicted of second-degree murder on October 8, 1927. The gunman was sentenced to 50 years to life. His accomplice was sentenced to 45 years to life.

Patrolman Meyer had served with the New York City Police Department for 13 years and was assigned to the 54th Precinct, the present-day 104th Precinct. He was survived by his wife and brother, who also served with the NYPD.

Bio

Age 41
Tour 13 years
Badge 6427

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Sentenced to life

arrest attempt, robbery, off duty

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NYPD QUEENS NORTH C.O.
Wednesday, 10/25/2023

Today we gathered at 80th Ave and Cypress Hills St for a street renaming for fallen Patrolman Henry E. A. Meyer. We will never forget his sacrifice.

NYPD CEREMONIAL UNIT
10/25/2023

We gathered today at the corner of Cypress Hills Street and 80th Ave in Queens, NY, for the Street Renaming Ceremony in honor of Patrolman Henry Meyer.

Patrolman Meyer was killed in the line of duty and we uphold our solemn vow to #NeverForget his ultimate sacrifice.
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NYPD CHAPLAINS UNIT
10/25/2023

Deputy Chief Chaplain Father George Anastasiou joined with family, friends and colleagues to celebrate the life and legacy of hero @NYPD104Pct Patrolman Henry E. A. Meyer during a Street Renaming Ceremony. We will #NeverForget.

NYC COUNCILMAN ROBERT HOLDEN
10/26/2023

Today, the corner of 80th Avenue & Cypress Hills Street in Liberty Park has been renamed as "Patrolman Henry E.A. Meyer Way."

In 1927, Patrolman Meyer made the ultimate sacrifice while trying to arrest two criminals who robbed women praying in a cemetery. His name will forever be memorialized and his sacrifice remembered.

Thank you to all those who participated in the ceremony.