United States of America

Charles Henry Ackerman

Died October 11, 1922

Charles Henry Ackerman.

How He Died
Manner Accident
Cause Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened

Patrolman Charles Ackerman was killed in a motorcycle crash at the intersection of Bergen Avenue and Vroom Street while responding to a call about an armed man in the area of the Masonic Temple.

His motorcycle left the roadway and struck a utility pole during his response.

Patrolman Ackerman was a New Jersey National Guard WWI veteran and had served with the Jersey City Police Department for only six months. He was survived by his wife, 4-year-old son, mother, and two brothers. His father had previously served with the Jersey City Police Department.

Survivors
He was survived by his wife, 4-year-old son, mother, and two brothers.
Service Record
Also Served
Jersey City Police Department
Patrolman
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 33-E · Line 32 cut as CHARLES H ACKERMAN
In Our Keeping
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In tribute

I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.

Patrolman Ackerman served with the Jersey City Police Department.

Thank you for your service to the Jersey City community. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, Patrolman Ackerman.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

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