Garfield Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Monday, March 15, 1954
Add to My HeroesIgnazio J. Ciuppa
Sergeant Ciuppa succumbed to injuries sustained six days earlier when his motorcycle collided with another vehicle as he escorted a funeral procession.
He was transported to a local hospital where he remained in a coma until succumbing to his injuries. The driver of the vehicle was charged with reckless driving.
Sergeant Ciuppa had served with the agency for 7 years. He was survived by his wife and 9-month-old son.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Tuesday, March 9, 1954
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsSgt. Ciuppa,
On today, the 70th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Garfield. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 15, 2024
Recent LODD Deaths
Police Officer Caleb Abney
Hahira Police Department, GA
EOW: February 19, 2026
Trooper Michael Diego
Florida Highway Patrol, FL
EOW: February 18, 2026
Police Officer Brian Elliott
Beech Grove Police Department, IN
EOW: February 16, 2026
Trooper Hunter R. Bennett
Arizona Department of Public Safety, AZ
EOW: February 4, 2026
Sergeant Robert G. Porfert
New York City Police Department, NY
EOW: March 21, 2025
Police Officer Timothy J. Keane
New York City Police Department, NY
EOW: June 8, 2025
Deputy Sheriff Joe Crumpton
Spalding County Sheriff's Office, GA
EOW: December 9, 2025
Deputy Sheriff Richard A. Haggard
Lee County Sheriff's Department, MS
EOW: February 2, 2026
Police Officer Senior Pradeep Tamang
Gwinnett County Police Department, GA
EOW: February 1, 2026

