George Gastlin
George Gastlin | |
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| Born | George Washington Gastlin October 1, 1835 |
| Died | October 2, 1895 (aged 60) |
| Nationality | U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Police officer and private detective |
| Known for | NYPD police captain who headed the "Steamboat Squad" during the 1870s and 1880s. |
| Children | 2 children |
George W. Gastlin born George Washington Gastlin (October 1, 1835 – October 2, 1895) was an American law enforcement officer and police captain, with the New York City Police Department, who founded the "Steamboat Squad" and served as its commander, during the 1870s and 80s.