John Thomas Montague

Southern Pacific Railroad Police
End of Watch: Thursday, January 5, 1905

Biographical Info:
Age: 40
Tour of Duty: 5 years
Badge Number: N/A

Incident Details:
Cause of Death: Struck by train
Date of Incident: January 4, 1905
Weapon Used: N/A
Suspect Info: N/A

Incident:
Night Watchman John Montague succumbed to injuries sustained the previous night when he was struck by a switch engine while on patrol in the rail yards at Sparks, Nevada.

He was transported to a hospital in Sacramento, California, where he died from his injuries.

Watchman Montague had served in law enforcement for five years.

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Plaque Location & Image

Center Wall Column 4 Row B     View The Plaque