Detective Sergeant Joseph Bridgetts, New York City Police Department, New York

Detective Sergeant Joseph Bridgetts

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Thursday, February 17, 1921

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Joseph Bridgetts

Detective Sergeant Joseph Bridgetts was shot and killed while investigating a stolen car case.

Detective Bridgetts, his partner, and an insurance adjuster went to a location in Brooklyn to investigate. During the investigation, the suspect shot and killed Detective Bridgetts and wounded his partner.

Detective Bridgetts had been assigned to the 93rd precinct (present-day 84th Precinct) squad. He served with the New York City Police Department for 15 years.

Bio

Age 44
Tour 15 years
Badge 6122

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Shotgun
Offender Apprehended

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Det. Sgt. Bridgetts,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City.

R.I.P.
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February 17, 2021