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Patrolman John Albanese | New York City Police Department, New York
New York City Police Department, New York

Patrolman

John Albanese

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch: Tuesday, November 8, 1955

Biographical Info

Age: 41
Tour of Duty: 12 years
Badge Number: 10046

Incident Details

Cause of Death: Heart attack
Date of Incident: November 7, 1955
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available

Officer Albanese suffered a fatal heart attack after being involved in a chase of robbery suspects. Following the chase, Patrolman Albanese reported to his partner that he was not feeling well. Patrolman Albanese went home, and returned to work the following day, where he completed half of his shift before collapsing.

Office Albanese had been with the agency for 12 years and was assigned to the 60th Precinct. He was survived by his wife and two children.