BPD Remembers: The men and women of the Boston Police Department remember the service and sacrifice of Officer Frederick W. Bartlett who was killed in the line of duty protecting and serving the citizens of Boston on this very day 95 years ago. On December 9, 1930, Officer Bartlett was injured after he was struck by a motor vehicle while directing traffic at the scene of a fire in the area of Gallivan Boulevard and Washington Street in Dorchester. A day later, Officer Bartlett, suffering from life-threatening injuries, succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased on December 10, 1930.
Bartlett, an 11-year veteran of the department, was 42-years-old at the time of his death. Making his passing ever more tragic is the fact that he left behind and was survived by his wife and daughter.
Officer Bartlett was laid to rest at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in West Roxbury and his name is located on the National Law Enforcement Memorial in our nation’s capital on Panel 62, West Line 12. Moreover, his name is inscribed on the BPD’s Wall of Honor located on the 1st floor of Boston Police Headquarters, as well as, the Massachusetts Law Enforcement Memorial located on the grounds of the Massachusetts State House on Beacon Street in Boston.
In Boston, a Hero Sign is posted to honor his life and service in the area of Gallivan Boulevard and Washington Street in Dorchester. If you’re passing through the area, please keep an eye out for his Hero Sign and kindly take a moment, not only to honor his sacrifice but to remember the loved ones left in mourning in the wake of his tragic passing.
