Patrolman John J. Morrissey, New York City Police Department, New York

Patrolman John J. Morrissey

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Tuesday, May 15, 1934

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John J. Morrissey

Patrolman Morrissey succumbed to injuries sustained the previous day when he tried to subdue another patrolman who was fleeing from attendants who were taking him to Bellevue Hospital for observation.

Patrolman Morrissey was assigned to the Telegraph Bureau and served with the New York City Police Department for nine years.

Patrolman Morrissey was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWI. His wife and 6-year-old son survived him.

Bio

Age 35
Tour 9 years
Badge 11

Incident Details

Cause Assault
Incident Date Monday, May 14, 1934
Weapon Person
Offender Not available

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