New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch: Tuesday, August 4, 1953
Age: 59
Tour of Duty: 35 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Heart attack
Date of Incident: August 4, 1953
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available
Patrolman Ergen suffered a fatal heart attack after chasing a suspect four blocks.
Patrolman Ergan spotted the suspect, who had stolen a suit from a dry cleaners truck, and gave chase. Patrolman Ergan apprehended the suspect after a four-block chase, but then collapsed and died as a result of a heart attack.
Patrolman Ergen had served with the New York City Police Department for 35 years and was survived by his wife and son. He was assigned to the 79th Precinct.