John P. Brady

Died September 27, 1868

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John P. Brady served in the U.S. Army.

How He Died

Manner Accident

Cause Multiple traumatic injuries

What Happened

Patrolman John Brady was killed while assisting the fire department fight a fire at a foundry in the 1500 block of Market Street. Several people were trapped inside of the foundry and it was necessary to entry an adjacent store to fight the fire. As Patrolman Brady and another officer entered the building collapsed, killing Patrolman Brady. Three citizens and two firemen were also killed as a result of the fire.

Survivors

S Army veteran of the Civil war and was survived by his wife.

Service Record

U.S. Army

Also Served

Wheeling Police Department

Patrolman

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Memorials

National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 2-W · Line 6 cut as JOHN P BRADY

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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 Brady served with the Wheeling Police Department.

Thank you for your service to the Wheeling 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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