Newark Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Monday, September 28, 2020
Add to My HeroesMarcus Thomas
Detective Marcus Thomas died as the result of complications after contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty.
Detective Thomas had served with the Newark Police Department for 27 years.
Beginning in early 2020, due to the requirements of their job, thousands of law enforcement officers and other first responders throughout the United States contracted COVID-19 during the worldwide pandemic. Hundreds of law enforcement officers died from medical complications as a result of contracting the virus while remaining on duty and interacting with the community.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 27 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause COVID19
- Incident Date Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDet. Thomas,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Newark. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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