New York City Health and Hospitals Police Department, New York
End of Watch Monday, February 1, 1999
Add to My HeroesJames C. Low
Sergeant James Low suffered a fatal heart attack after being kicked in the chest while struggling with a violent patient at Woodhull Hospital. Sergeant Low and another officer were called to deal with the patient at approximately 6:30 am.
As the officers struggled with the patient Sergeant Low was kicked in the chest and began having trouble breathing. He passed away at approximately 8:30 pm.
Sergeant Low had served with the agency for 18 years. He is survived by a child.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 18 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 32 ReflectionsI work with James Low at Coker Hospital in 1982-83.
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