Thomas S. Steers | |
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| Born | 1804 New York City, New York, United States |
| Died | June 13, 1884 (aged 80) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Police captain |
| Employer | New York City Police Department |
| Known for | NYPD police captain who participated in the Draft Riot of 1863 |
| Relatives | Henry V. Steers, son |
Thomas S. Steers (1804 – June 13, 1884) was an American law enforcement officer and police captain of the New York City Police Department during the mid-to late 19th century. He was one of the earliest police officials appointed to the Metropolitan police force serving for over twenty years until his retirement in 1870. Steers also played a prominent role in the Draft Riot of 1863. He was the father of Captain Henry V. Steers, longtime precinct captain of the Twenty-Fifth Precinct located at New York City Hall.