Plainfield Police Division, New Jersey
End of Watch Saturday, September 18, 1971
Add to My HeroesFrank Buczek
Patrolman Frank Buczek was shot in the back of the head and killed while working a special detail in a church parking lot at West 6th and Liberty Streets. It is thought that he was ambushed from behind and his service weapon stolen. He was killed just two blocks away from where Patrolman Robert Perry was killed on July 1, 1970.
Two suspects were arrested, members of the Plainfield, New Jersey Black Panther Party. Suspects later became members of the Black Liberation Arm. Both were acquitted at trial.
He had served with the agency for 24 years and was survived by his wife and three children. He was six months away from retirement.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour 24 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Acquitted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsPatrolman Buczek,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Plainfield. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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