James Smith
1950
James T. Smith.
How He Died
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Accident
Cause
Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened
Patrolman James Smith succumbed to injuries sustained four days earlier when he was involved in a motorcycle crash on Mill Street. While on patrol, Patrolman Smith's brakes failed, causing him to be propelled over the handlebars into the curb, resulting in brain damage. Patrolman Smith was a United States Army WWII veteran and Purple Heart recipient. He had served with the Belleville Police Department for almost 3 years.
Survivors
He is survived by his wife and daughter.
Service Record
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Belleville Police Department
Patrolman
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