Patrolman John J. Nobrega, Portsmouth Police Department, Virginia

Patrolman John J. Nobrega

Portsmouth Police Department, Virginia

End of Watch Wednesday, January 29, 1958

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John J. Nobrega

Patrolman John Nobrega succumbed to injuries sustained on December 15, 1957, at the intersection of Gosport Road (modern-day Portsmouth Boulevard) and Elm Avenue.

He and his partner were on patrol when their patrol car was struck in the intersection. The other driver was charged with reckless driving.

Patrolman Nobrega was treated for a broken rib and contusion of his spine. He was re-admitted to the hospital on January 14, 1958, and remained hospitalized until passing away from complications of his injuries on January 29, 1958.

Patrolman Nobrega had served with the Portsmouth Police Department for 28 years and was the longest serving member of the department. He was survived by his wife, two adult children, and mother.

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Age 64
Tour 28 years
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Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash
Incident Date Sunday, December 15, 1957

routine driving

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I had the distinct honor of escorting your son during our Memorial Ceremony this year, where you were honored. With a tear in my eye as I listened to him say how young he was when you were taken from this earth, I couldn't help but reach over and hug him. I too have a son the same age that your son was when you paid the ultimate sacrifice to protect us all. Rest in Peace dear brother. Your memory will continue to live on in the hearts of your family, including your brothers and sisters in blue.

Detective Misty Holley
Portsmouth Police Dept

May 14, 2014