James Slusser
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James Slusser (August 30, 1916 – June 6, 1996)[1] was an American police officer. He was a longtime Pittsburgh police leader who served as Pittsburgh Police Chief from August 13, 1952[2] – January 5, 1970.[3] He joined the force in 1941.[4]
BornAugust 30, 1916
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
DiedJune 6, 1996 (aged 79)
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
DepartmentPittsburgh Police
Serviceyears1941–1970
(Pittsburgh Police)
(Pittsburgh Police)
James W. Slusser | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 30, 1916 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US |
| Died | June 6, 1996 (aged 79) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US |
| Police career | |
| Department | Pittsburgh Police |
| Service years | 1941–1970 (Pittsburgh Police) |
| Rank |  - ChiefAugust 13, 1952 – January 5, 1970 |
After retiring, Slusser became the first director of the Allegheny County Police Training Academy at suburban North Park from 1971[5][6] until at least early 1975.[7][8]
