Patrolman Miguel A. Sirvent, New York City Police Department, New York

Patrolman Miguel A. Sirvent

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Monday, May 25, 1970

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Miguel A. Sirvent

Patrolman Mike Sirvent was shot and killed while attempting to intervene in a robbery while off duty.

Patrolman Sirvent was inside a fast food restaurant at the corner of Flatbush Avenue and Empire Boulevard, Brooklyn, when a suspect entered and attempted a robbery. Patrolman Sirvent identified himself and attempted to arrest the man when another suspect entered and shot the officer.

The suspect was convicted of murder and sentenced to 25 years to life. He was paroled on July 6th, 1995.

Patrolman Sirvent had served with the New York City Police Department for six weeks and was assigned to the 74th Precinct. He was survived by his wife, sister, and brother. His brother also served with the New York City Police Department.

Bio

Age 23
Tour 1 month, 2 weeks
Badge 30852

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; .45 caliber
Offender Paroled in 1995

off duty, robbery, arrest attempt

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I'm guessing that this location is now the Wendy's that stands at that intersection. I have gone into it more than once and did not know about this incident until now.
May he continue to RIP

EMT Patrick Creeden
FDNY EMS

May 28, 2025