Camden Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Monday, July 2, 1973
Add to My HeroesElwood L. Ridge
Officer Ridge was shot and killed when he intervened in a domestic dispute while on patrol. While attempting to separate the two offenders Officer Ridge's handgun was taken from his holster and he was shot. The shooter was apprehended and sentenced to life in prison.
Officer Ridge had been with the agency for four years and was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsOfficer Ridge, rest i peace.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 9, 2019
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