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 47 ReflectionsI met Officer Britt when I was a Probation Officer back in the 80's.
I often think about Kenton as well as the other officers and his family. He was such a sweetheart.
Retired Veronica Walters
Former Probation Officer and Friend
May 9, 2025
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