Henry G E Speake
- Died:
- 03 August 1937
- Age:
- 21
- Rank:
- Police Constable
- Force:
- Shrewsbury Borough Police
- Cause:
- Drowned
- Duty Status:
- On Duty
Roll of Honour Citation
Drowned as he suffered cold water shock when he entered the River Severn while pursuing three youths.
Police Memorial Tribute
After running nearly a mile, PC Speake entered the River Severn while pursuing three youths who had earlier been reported missing from the Saltersford Training School in Holmes Chapel.
The boys had previously been caught by Henry and another officer but as they were being escorted back, the boys again ran off with one entering the river in an attempt to escape.
