William Andrew Cuscaden

William Andrew Cuscaden ISO, KPM (1 November 1853 — 5 August 1936) was the Inspector-General of Police in the Straits Settlements Police Force. He was also capped once for the Ireland national rugby union team.

Early life and education Cuscaden attended Trinity College Dublin. After leaving the college, he joined the 4th Royal Dublin Fusiliers, where he became the Instructor of Musketry.

Career He joined the Gold Coast Constabulary in 1879. In 1880, he became the Assistant District Commissioner of Lagos. After his retirement, he was replaced by A. R. Chancellor.

During World War I, he resumed his position as an Instructor of Musketry.

Personal life and death He was married to Maria Christina Cuscaden, and together they had four sons, G. P. Cuscaden, the Chief Police Officer of Selangor, R. L. Cuscaden, W. L. Cuscaden and Norman Henry Dawson Cuscaden.

He died on 5 August 1936.

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