Patrolman John J. Morrissey, New York City Police Department, New York

Patrolman John J. Morrissey

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Tuesday, May 15, 1934

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John J. Morrissey

Patrolman Morrissey succumbed to injuries sustained the previous day when he tried to subdue another patrolman who was fleeing from attendants who were taking him to Bellevue Hospital for observation.

Patrolman Morrissey was assigned to the Telegraph Bureau and served with the New York City Police Department for nine years.

Patrolman Morrissey was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWI. His wife and 6-year-old son survived him.

Bio

Age 35
Tour 9 years
Badge 11

Incident Details

Cause Assault
Incident Date Monday, May 14, 1934
Weapon Person
Offender Not available

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Patrolman Morrissey,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Navy during World War I.

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BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

May 15, 2024