Lauderdale Lakes Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, November 15, 1972
Add to My HeroesJerry Joseph Genova
Police Officer Jerry Genova was killed in a motorcycle crash while pursuing a vehicle wanted for a hit-and-run involving a young girl.
Another vehicle failed to yield the right-of-way and turned in front of Officer Genova on State Route 7 at NW 21st Street, causing a collision. Officer Genova was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries four days later.
Officer Genova had been with the agency for eight years and was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Incident Date Saturday, November 11, 1972
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 14, 2019
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