New Orleans Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Sunday, April 26, 1998
Add to My HeroesMorris Cavaliere, Jr.
Sergeant Morris Cavaliere died of injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash several hours earlier while he was escorting a wedding procession.
The procession had slowed down and one of the vehicles stopped to let a car cross at the intersection of Willow Street and Napoleon Avenue. The car began to proceed through the intersection in an attempt to beat the procession. Sergeant Cavaliere's motorcycle struck the side of the car.
Sergeant Cavaliere had served with the New Orleans Police Department for eight years. He is survived by his wife, 4-year-old son, parents, brother, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 8 years
- Badge 1467
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Saturday, April 25, 1998
Most Recent Reflection
View all 40 ReflectionsSgt. Cavaliere,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New Orleans. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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