New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Wednesday, November 12, 1986
Add to My HeroesKenton E. Britt
Police Officer Kenton Britt died of injuries he sustained when he was struck by a vehicle at the scene of a three-car collision on the Grand Central Parkway at the junction with the Van Wyck Expressway.
Five other officers were injured. Officer Britt was taken to Booth Memorial Hospital but died two hours later from his injuries.
Officer Britt had served with the New York City Police Department for four years and was assigned to Highway Unit 3. He was survived by his mother and three sisters.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 4323
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 46 ReflectionsToday I'm once again honored to remember my cousin Kenton, aka Police Officer Kenton E. Britt. He was simply one kind and loving person who was a true asset to the New York City Police Department - Highway Patrol Division. Officer Britt will never ever be forgotten.
Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"
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