Fallen Officers
Since the establishment of the sheriff’s offices in the 5 counties of New York City, 6 sworn members of the service have died in the line of duty.
Officer | Department | Date of Death | Details |
---|---|---|---|
Deputy Sheriff Henry Wendelstorf | Queens County Sheriff's Department, NY |
|
Assault |
Sheriff Paul Stier | Queens County Sheriff's Department, NY |
|
Gunfire |
Keeper Morris Broderson | Bronx County Sheriff's Office, NY |
|
Gunfire |
Keeper Daniel D. Horgan | Bronx County Sheriff's Office, NY |
|
Gunfire |
Deputy Sheriff John T. Miller | Queens County Sheriff's Department, NY |
|
Automobile accident |
Deputy Sheriff Fred D'Amore | Queens County Sheriff's Department, NY |
|
Automobile accident |
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