New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Monday, April 20, 1936
Add to My HeroesWilliam J. Gayne
Sergeant Gayne died while in surgery to repair a hernia that he got 20 days earlier in the performance of his police duties.
Sergeant Gayne was assigned to the 68th Precinct.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Duty related illness
- Incident Date Wednesday, April 1, 1936
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View all 8 ReflectionsRest in peace Sergeant Gayne.
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