Patrolman George A. Frees

Patrolman George A. Frees | Suffolk County Police Department, New York
Suffolk County Police Department, New York
Patrolman George A. Frees

Suffolk County Police Department, New York

End of Watch Tuesday, April 6, 1971

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George A. Frees

Officer Frees was shot and killed as he and his partner responded to a domestic disturbance call at 53 Mount Avenue in Wyandanch.

Both officers were shot as they exited their patrol car. Officer Frees' partner survived the shooting, but Officer Frees succumbed to his wounds.

The suspect was killed at the scene of the shooting after the house was set on fire.

Officer Frees had served with the Suffolk County Police Department for two years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

  • Age 28
  • Tour 2 years
  • Badge 1649

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Rifle
  • Offender Deceased

domestic

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My first husband, Laurent Iadeluca, entered the S.C.P.D. In October 1971. His books given in the academy had George’s name written in the front. It really had an impact on my husband. He served as an officer about 29 years. I was just thinking about George and his family and just wanted to say R.I.P. rusty rigby

Rusty Rigby-retired Kings County CO
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