Bio & Incident Details
Age: 23
Tour: 3 years
Badge # 13750
Cause: Gunfire
Incident Date: 2/21/1982
Weapon: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect: Sentenced to life
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Officer George Werdann was shot and killed as he attempted to apprehend two suspects who had just robbed a supermarket.
Officer Werdann, who was off-duty, observed the robbery and was in pursuit of the suspects in his personal vehicle. While Officer Werdann attempted to apprehend one of the suspects, he was shot and killed by the other suspect. The two suspects were apprehended and charged with his murder and robbery.
The officer had been employed with the New York City Police Department for 3 years, and was assigned to the 47th Precinct.
