South Brunswick Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Sunday, June 12, 1966
Add to My HeroesJohn Gurnovich
Patrolman John Gurnovich suffered a fatal heart attack following a struggle with a suspect at a local bowling alley. He had responded to the bowling alley to investigate a disturbance. During the struggle the suspect punched him in the chest, triggering the heart attack.
Patrolman Gurnovich was transported to a local hospital where he remained for 12 days until passing away.
He had served with the agency for 3 years and was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Incident Date Monday, May 30, 1966
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