Detective Albert J. Mallen Sr.
New Jersey State Police
New Jersey
End of Watch: Wednesday, August 28, 1985
Cause: Gunfire

Biographical Info
Age: 36
Tour of Duty: 14 years
Badge Number: 2753

Detective Albert Mallen was shot and killed while while serving a narcotics related search warrant in Westville. He was shot in the face with a 12-gauge shotgun while looking around a corner.

The suspect was sentenced to death but died of natural causes while awaiting execution.

Detective Mallen had served with the agency for over 14 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, two sons, mother, and four sisters.