Patrolman William A. Savage, New Brunswick Police Department, New Jersey

Patrolman William A. Savage

New Brunswick Police Department, New Jersey

End of Watch Thursday, January 28, 1954

William A. Savage

Patrolman William Savage suffered a fatal heart attack while walking a prisoner to police headquarters after arresting him for a traffic violation.

As the two walked past city hall Patrolman Savage suddenly collapsed. His prisoner then ran to the police headquarters and notified other officers. Patrolman Savage was transported to St. Peter's Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Patrolman Savage was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWI and had served with the New Brunswick Police Department for 30 years. He was survived by his wife and brother.

Bio

Age 58
Tour 30 years
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Heart attack

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Patrolman Savage,
Sir, it has taken over 58 years but you are finally being honored. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USN during WW I. And to your family and loved ones, I wish extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

November 19, 2012