New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Monday, March 3, 1975
Add to My HeroesRobert J. Rogerson
Police Officer Robert Rogerson succumbed to injuries sustained while inspecting a taxi cab on June 24th, 1974.
During the inspection the taxi cab went out of control on 35th Street, near Astoria Boulevard, striking Officer Rogerson, dragging him 20 feet and pinning him against a utility pole. He was transported to a local hospital suffering from a fractured skull, two broken legs, and other internal injuries. He lapsed into a coma and remained unconscious until passing away.
Officer Rogerson was assigned to the License Division and had served the NYPD for 29 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 55
- Tour 29 years
- Badge 16597
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Monday, June 24, 1974
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View all 12 ReflectionsGod bless you officer rogerson . May you Rest In Peace ... hero
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