Trenton Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch: Saturday, December 8, 1979
Age: 28
Tour of Duty: 7 years
Badge Number: 169
Cause of Death: Vehicular assault
Date of Incident: December 8, 1979
Weapon Used: Automobile; Alcohol involved
Suspect Info: Not available
Patrolman George Ambrosio was killed when he was struck by a drunk driver on the Trenton Freeway, near the Southard Street Bridge. He was directing traffic at the scene of an earlier accident when he was struck at approximately 2:15 am and dragged 300 feet.
The 24-year-old subject was charged with death by vehicle, reckless driving, and DWI. He was released after posting a $1,000 bond.
Patrolman Ambrosio had served with the Trenton Police Department for seven years.