Boston Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Monday, December 18, 1972
Add to My HeroesJoseph M. Mullen
Patrolman Joseph Mullen was struck and killed while directing traffic during an overtime assignment at the John Hancock Tower in Copley Square.
He was struck by a trash truck that was leaving the construction site.
Patrolman Mullen was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII. He had served with the Boston Police Department for 35 years and was assigned to the Harbor Division. He was survived by his wife, son, daughter, brother, and sister.
Bio
- Age 61
- Tour 35 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 19 ReflectionsOfficer Mullen, it has been 52 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your 35 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Boston.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
December 18, 2024
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