Patrolman William J. Waterson

Patrolman William J. Waterson | Clark Township Police Department, New Jersey
Clark Township Police Department, New Jersey
Patrolman William J. Waterson

Clark Township Police Department, New Jersey

End of Watch Sunday, July 4, 1971

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William J. Waterson

Patrolman William Waterson was shot and killed after he and his partner interrupted a robbery in progress at a motel on Central Avenue, next to the Garden State Parkway.

The suspect fled on foot to a nearby parking lot, where he ambushed Patrolman Waterson as he searched the area.

The suspect was arrested 25 years later but acquitted at trial.

Patrolman Waterson was a United States Vietnam War veteran and served with the Clark Township Police Department for three years. He was survived by his parents, one brother, and one sister.

Bio

  • Age 24
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge 19

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Acquitted; deceased

ambush, burglary

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I was 6 years old when Billy was killed. I grew up in Clark and at the age of 22 I became a Clark Police Officer. I worked alongside men that worked with Billy. I saw his picture everyday I reported to wok for the next 26 years. Never forget the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice.

PTL J. EHLING (Ret)
Clark PD

July 4, 2024

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