Local 22 seeking help to identify fallen officers from 1910
The Firefighters Union is seeking help in identifying several police officer and firefighters killed nearly 100 years ago in the city.
The police and fire departments would like to honor these men and women, but need help reaching out to their families. Take a look at this PDF here sent to us by the office of Councilwoman Marian B. Tasco, and see if you recognize any of the names.
If so, contact Tasco’s office at215-686-3454 or -3455.
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