Fallen Officers
In the 86 year history of the Nassau County Police Department, 33 police officers have died while on duty. An automobile accident on Saturday, February 5, 2011 involving Officer Michael J. Califano brought to an end the nearly 18 year period where not one active duty Officer of the NCPD was killed.
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