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Police Officer Joseph P. McCormack | New York City Police Department, New York New York City Police Department, New York

Police Officer

Joseph P. McCormack

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch: Thursday, September 29, 1983

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 40

Tour: 15 years

Badge # 27434

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 9/29/1983

Weapon: Shotgun

Suspect: Shot and killed

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Officer McCormack was shot and killed by an emotionally disturbed suspect who had barricaded himself in a house after he was not allowed to see his young son. When police officers arrived at the scene they discovered the suspect had a shotgun. As they attempted to talk the suspect out of the house, the suspect exited through the rear door and fired the shotgun. The shot struck Officer McCormack in an area under his armpit that was not protected by his vest. Other officers returned fire, killing the suspect.

Officer McCormack had served with the agency for 15 years and was assigned to the Emergency Service Unit. He was survived by his wife and three children.

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Although I have never met you, let it be known that your legacy is alive and strong at the 90th Precinct. Your service at the 90th Precinct for almost 15 years, as well as your reputation as being a "cops cop" will never be forgotten. May god continue to bless you and your family. RIP...

Deputy Inspector Michael Kemper
Commanding Officer, 90th Precinct
January 12, 2012

 

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