Waterbury Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Saturday, November 22, 1958
Add to My HeroesFrank D. Romano
Patrol Officer Frank Romano suffered a fatal heart attack while walking his beat in Fulton Park on Cooke Street.
Officer Romano had served as a park patrolman at the park for one year and had previously patrolled Hamilton Park. He had a total of 27 years of law enforcement experience.
Officer Romano was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 54
- Tour 27 years
- Badge 13
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer Romano, it has been 66 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your 27 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Waterbury.
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