Patrolman Kenneth A. Nugent, New York City Police Department, New York

Patrolman Kenneth A. Nugent

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Saturday, August 21, 1971

Kenneth A. Nugent

Patrolman Kenneth Nugent was shot and killed when he interrupted an armed robbery in a luncheonette, at 207-22 Hollis Avenue in Queens, while on his way to work. Patrolman Nugent walked into the business at 11:30 pm and interrupted three men robbing the manager.

Patrolman Nugent drew his weapon and ordered the men to drop their weapons. The subjects suddenly turned and opened fire. Patrolman Nugent was able to shoot and kill one suspect before being shot in the head. Two other suspects escaped, but were later arrested and charged with murder.

Patrolman Nugent was transported to Long Island Jewish Hospital where he died in surgery at 2:20 am.

The suspects were sentenced to death but had the sentenced reduced to 25 years to life when the death penalty was ruled unconstitutional. Both were paroled; one on August 7th, 1995, and the other on June 7th, 2005.

Patrolman Nugent had served with the NYPD for 13 years and was assigned to the 103rd Precinct. He was survived by his wife and eight children.

Bio

Age 40
Tour 13 years
Badge 16022

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Friday, August 20, 1971
Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
Offender One killed; Two sentenced to life

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I was on one year when this happened. Remember it well. Sad that society expects us to wait until evil attempts to shoot at us first. Three against one. But one day they will meet their maker. To the loving family of my brother, may you continue to be blessed, and know that your loved one was a hero, and in perpetual peace.

Lieutenant Ray Flores
N.Y.P.D. (retired)

August 21, 2017