Carteret Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Friday, December 8, 1944
Add to My HeroesWalter Rusinak
Patrolman Walter Rusinak and Deputy Chief Robert Shanley were shot and killed in the line of duty. The suspect was arrested, sentenced to death, and executed on March 26, 1945.
Patrolman Rusinak had served with the Carteret Police Department for 21 years. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 21 years
- Badge 11
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Executed in 1945
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