Patrolman George A. Frees
Suffolk County Police Department
New York
End of Watch: Tuesday, April 6, 1971

Biographical Info
Age: 28
Tour of Duty: 2 years
Badge Number: 1649

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Tuesday, April 6, 1971
Weapon Used: Rifle
Suspect Info: Deceased

Officer Frees was shot and killed as he and his partner responded to a domestic disturbance call in Wyandanch, New York. Both officers were shot as they exited their patrol car. Officer Frees' partner survived the shooting, but Officer Frees succumbed to his wounds.

The suspect was killed at the scene of the shooting after the house was set on fire.

Officer Frees had served with the Suffolk County Police Department for 2 years.