James Brickley
1934
James Brickley.
How He Died
Manner
Accident
Cause
Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened
Patrolman James Brickley was struck and killed by a speeding truck while directing traffic around a fire at Beach and Washington Street. When he heard another alarm, he went to investigate and was struck by a truck. He was pronounced dead on arrival at Boston City Hospital as a result of a fractured skull. The suspect was arrested and charged with manslaughter and driving to endanger but was found not guilty. The incident was ruled a tragic accident. Patrolman Brickley was a United States WWI veteran and had served with the Boston Police Department for 11 years.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife and two children.
Service Record
Also Served
Boston Police Department
Patrolman
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