Chief William J. Fitzpatrick

Chief William J. Fitzpatrick | Albany Police Department, New York
Albany Police Department, New York
Chief William J. Fitzpatrick

Albany Police Department, New York

End of Watch Friday, January 5, 1945

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William J. Fitzpatrick

Chief William Fitzpatrick was shot and killed by a detective following a dispute.

The detective was arrested and sentenced to 20 years in prison. The sentence was commuted, and the detective was released from prison in 1957.

Chief Fitzpatrick had served with the Albany Police Department for 20 years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, and two daughters.

Bio

  • Age 57
  • Tour 20 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Officer's handgun
  • Offender Sentenced to 20 years

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Just seen your name on YouTube, you made your city a safer place. You gotta do what you gotta do and I'm sure the people of your city were proud of you for doing it. Rest in peace sir.

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