Belleville Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Saturday, September 6, 2008
Add to My HeroesKenneth Andrew Santucci
Police Officer Kenneth Santucci was killed in an automobile crash when his patrol car was struck by another vehicle that had run a stop sign at the intersection of Union Avenue and King Street in Nutley.
He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. His partner was also transported to a local hospital in serious condition.
Officer Santucci had served with the Belleville Police Department for eight months and had previously served with the Newark Police Department for two years. He is survived by his expectant wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 2 years, 11 months
- Badge 245
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 365 ReflectionsDear Kenny,
I went out to see the baby and he is a man now, and I can’t believe it. He is really doing it and he has a spine of steel. Please make sure you are watching over him. I pray for him everyday. He is doing good and figuring it out.
The other kids are all high schoolers now, when did that happen??? They are all doing well too. Mommy is getting old and tomorrow is your birthday but you’re not getting any older, and those things are hard.
I love and miss you always!
Happy birthday in heaven!
UFS
Me
November 9, 2024
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