Horatio J. Homer

Horatio J. Homer (1848–1923) was Boston's first African-American police officer. He was hired by the Boston Police Department in 1878 and served on the force for 40 years.

Horatio Julius Homer
Born(1848-05-24)May 24, 1848
DiedJanuary 9, 1923(1923-01-09) (aged 74)
Resting placeEvergreen Cemetery
Spouses
  • Sophia A. Williams
  • Lydia Spriggs
ChildrenHoratio Homer, Jr.
David L. Homer
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