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Patrolman William Deans | New York City Police Department, New York New York City Police Department, New York

Patrolman

William Deans

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch: Saturday, June 24, 1922

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 40

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Assault

Incident Date: 6/24/1922

Weapon: Person

Suspect: Not available

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Patrolman Deans suffered a fatal heart attack after being kicked in the groin. Patrolman Deans was arresting the man for obstructing traffic when the assault took place. He was able to handcuff the man before collapsing. Patrolman Deans was taken to Flushing Hospital where he died a short time later.

Patrolman Deans was assigned to the Flushing Police Station (modern day 113th Precinct).

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I said a little prayer today for Patrolman Deans and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes
June 19, 2009

 

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