George Claus

Death by Force

Patrolman George E. Claus, a dedicated officer of the Buffalo Police Department, tragically lost his life on November 19, 1912, at the age of 47. Claus was responding to a disturbance caused by three men who had attempted to enter a wedding reception but were turned away. In retaliation, the men began vandalizing a nearby fence. Claus, who was stationed across the street, was called to intervene. He instructed the men to leave the area, but as he turned to walk away, the men attacked him. Two of ...Read More

Patrolman George E. Claus - Officer Down Memorial Page (ODMP)

Bernard Clouse Family History & Historical Records - MyHeritage

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