Suffolk County Sheriff's Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Friday, April 11, 1997
Add to My HeroesJoseph A. Freedman
Deputy Freedman suffered a fatal heart attack while distributing food carts at the Suffolk County House of Correction. His partner noticed that he was having a difficult time lifting the carts and he collapsed in the hallway moments later. CPR was initiated immediately and he was transported to a local hospital where he died a short time later.
Deputy Freedman had served with the agency for 7 years. He is survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
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