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Charles Henry Ackerman
1922
Charles Henry Ackerman.
How He Died
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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.
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
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