Patrolman Joseph F. Brassard, Troy Police Department, New York

Patrolman Joseph F. Brassard

Troy Police Department, New York

End of Watch Saturday, June 17, 1972

Joseph F. Brassard

Patrolman Joseph Brassard suffered a fatal heart attack shortly after being kicked in the chest as he and another officer attempted to arrest a drunk subject at a local bar.

He had returned home following his shift when he suddenly collapsed. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Patrolman Brassard had served with the Troy Police Department for eight years. He was survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

Age 38
Tour 8 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Assault
Weapon Person
Offender Not available

Most Recent Reflection

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Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

June 17, 2015