Andrew Patterson

Died:
13 March 1853
Age:
40
Rank:
Sergeant
Force:
City of London Police
Cause:
Fire
Duty Status:
On Duty

Roll of Honour Citation

Died from the serious burns he sustained four days earlier while attending a fire in Holborn Bars, Snow Hill.

Police Memorial Tribute

During the fire Sergeant Patterson was exposed to phosphorous that ignited on his trousers.