Patrolman Benjamin Bruno, New York City Police Department, New York

Patrolman Benjamin Bruno

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Monday, January 30, 1956

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Benjamin Bruno

Patrolman Benjamin Bruno was killed in an automobile crash while pursuing a vehicle.

Patrolman Bruno was on patrol in an unmarked auto when he spotted a speeding vehicle on Northern Boulevard in Queens. He attempted to stop the vehicle, but the car failed to yield. During the pursuit, Patrolman Bruno struck the rear of the fleeing auto and was killed.

Patrolman Bruno had served with the New York City Police Department for five years and was assigned to the Grand Central Parkway Precinct, the present day Highway 3.

Bio

Age 28
Tour 5 years
Badge 10386

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit
Weapon Not available
Offender Not available

vehicle pursuit

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A street was named after Patrolman Benjamin Bruno recently on Northern Boulevard and due to illness, I couldn't attend, but those responsible for the street re-naming notified me and sent me pictures.

A/Lt. (Retired) George Reuter
NYPD

March 11, 2025