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Patrolman Joseph Richard Roessner | Springfield Police Department, New Jersey
Springfield Police Department, New Jersey

Patrolman

Joseph Richard Roessner

Springfield Police Department, New Jersey

End of Watch: Tuesday, March 13, 1962

Biographical Info

Age: 30
Tour of Duty: 6 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details

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.