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James R. Baker

Died March 28, 1923

James R. Baker served in the U.S. Navy.

How He Died
Manner Accident
Cause Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened

Patrolman James Baker was killed in a motorcycle collision on Milford Avenue near Pitkin Avenue. Patrolman Baker was on patrol when he swerved to avoid a pedestrian who walked into the street in front of him. The motorcycle struck an elevated pole, killing Patrolman Baker. Patrolman Baker was a U.S. Navy veteran. He served with the New York City Police Department for one year and was assigned to the 83rd Precinct, which is the present day 75th Precinct.

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Service Record
U.S. Navy
Also Served
New York City Police Department
Patrolman
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 40-E · Line 9 cut as JAMES R BAKER
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In tribute

I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.

Patrolman Baker gave the New York City Police Department 1 year.

Thank you for your service to the New York community, and for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, brother.

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

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