Patrolman William J. Cady, South Plainfield Police Department, New Jersey

Patrolman William J. Cady

South Plainfield Police Department, New Jersey

End of Watch Saturday, April 19, 1975

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William J. Cady

Patrolman William Cady was struck by a car and killed while on a traffic stop on I-287 near the Stelton Road entrance ramp at 12:13 am.

During the stop, another vehicle, driven by a man who was under the influence of marijuana, struck Patrolman Cady. He was transported to Muhlenberg Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries six hours later.

The suspect was found guilty of death by auto and sentenced to six months in a county work camp and had his license suspended for six months.

Patrolman Cady was a combat United States Marine Corps Vietnam War veteran and had served with the South Plainfield Police Department for six years. He was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.

Bio

Age 29
Tour 6 years
Badge 9
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Narcotics involved
Offender Sentenced to six months

traffic stop, Impaired Driver

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Patrolman Cady,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USMC during the Vietnam War. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

April 19, 2025