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Officers Killed in the Line of Duty

Harry M. Miller

  • Rank: Policeman
  • Serial Number: 4227
  • Division: Traffic Enforcement Division
  • Location: 80th St. and Western Ave.
  • Date Killed: Friday, September 7, 1956
  • Cause of Death: Motorcycle Traffic Accident

Rememberance

Policeman Harry Miller was killed in an automobile accident on Western Avenue while attempting to stop a speeder. A vehicle turned in front of him at 80th Street, causing the collision.

The driver who turned in front of him was arrested and charged with manslaughter.

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