Springfield Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch: Tuesday, March 13, 1962
Age: 30
Tour of Duty: 6 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Vehicle pursuit
Date of Incident: March 13, 1962
Weapon Used: Automobile
Suspect Info: Not available
Patrolman Roessner was killed in an automobile accident while involved in a high speed pursuit. His patrol car struck a tree during the pursuit, causing fatal injuries.
Patrolman Roessner had served with the agency for 6 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.