New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Friday, January 22, 1971
Add to My HeroesRobert Bolden
Patrolman Robert Bolden was shot and killed when he intervened in an altercation while off duty at a restaurant at 345 Gold Street.
It is believed that several suspects had planned to rob the restaurant and Patrolman Bolden attempted to stop them. One of the men pulled out a sawed-off shotgun from under his coat and opened fire on him. Despite being wounded, Patrolman Bolden returned fire before he was struck in the chest and killed. The suspects fled and were never apprehended.
Patrolman Bolden was a United States Navy veteran who served with the New York City Police Department for 15 years and was assigned to the 75th Precinct. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 15 years
- Badge 20025
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Never identified
Most Recent Reflection
View all 23 ReflectionsJanuary 22, 1971 I remember that day well. It was the last day I would ever work with a great friend and a great cop.
We did a day tour in our sector in the "Bucket of Blood" 75 Precinct His locker was 10 feet away from mine and as we changed out of uniform he asked me if I wanted to stop for a beer but I had plans with my wife.
That was the last time I saw Bobby alive. Rest in peace my brother.
Police Officer Jack Fitzgerald Retired.
NYPD
February 3, 2022
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