New York City Board of Water Supply Police, New York
End of Watch Friday, October 2, 1953
Add to My HeroesJohn Joseph Quinlan
Lieutenant John Quinlan was killed in an automobile accident on State Route 52 in Fallsburg, New York, while performing spot-checks on areas under his command. It is believed he swerved to avoid a deer or oncoming vehicle, and crashed into a ravine.
Lieutenant Quinlan was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII. He had served with the agency for 16 years and was stationed at the Grahamsville Precinct. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 16 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsI said a little prayer today for Lieutenant Quinlan and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.
Robyn Wilkes
September 29, 2015
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