Jersey City Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Monday, November 29, 1915
Add to My HeroesJohn Patrick Murphy
Patrolman John Murphy succumbed to a head injury sustained the previous day when he fell while on patrol and struck his head.
He was initially sent home from the hospital after being diagnosed with a superficial wound but was rushed back to the hospital the next day, where he died. It was determined that Patrolman Murphy suffered a fractured skull as a result of the fall.
Patrolman Murphy had served with the Jersey City Police Department for 10 years. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fall
- Incident Date Sunday, November 28, 1915
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 95th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater
November 29, 2010
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