Daniel Cook

Died:
22 September 1894
Rank:
Detective Constable
Force:
North Eastern Railway Police
Cause:
Train
Duty Status:
On Duty

Roll of Honour Citation

Killed while on duty at Hackney Downs Railway Station when he was crushed by a train that caught him and dragged him under.

Police Memorial Tribute

Killed while on duty at Hackney Downs Railway Station when, despite stepping off the line and standing by some girders, he was crushed by a train that caught him and dragged him under as he proceeded down the track to make contact with Metropolitan Police officers regarding the theft of a coat. He had previously served in the Metropolitan Police.

Incident Location

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