Patrolman James Henry Purdon
End of Watch: Sat, Jul 27th, 1901
Date of Incident: Sat, Jul 27th, 1901
Cause of Death: Fire
Service Time: 15 years
Age: 48
Incident
Patrolman Purdon was killed in a fire at a photographic supply company as he attempted to rescue residents who lived in apartments above the supply company.
Patrolman Purdon made his way to the upper floors in an attempt to rescue the residents, but was over come by smoke and died in the fire.
Agency
The Louisville Division of Police has been disbanded and absorbed by the Louisville Metro Police Department.
Gallery
Tributes
There are 2 tributes for Patrolman James Henry Purdon.
Left by Ray on Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
Thank you for your services, Officer Purdon. You put your life on the line for the community and died trying. I'm glad web sites like this exist so that your sacrifice is not forgotten.