New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Saturday, January 19, 1985
Add to My HeroesJohn F. Clonan
Police Officer John Clonan was killed in an automobile crash while en route to obtaining a narcotics-related search warrant.
His vehicle collided with the rear of another vehicle after it slid down an icy hill. He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries two days later.
Officer Clonan had served with the New York City Police Department for 11 years and was assigned to the Joint Organized Crimes Task Force. He is survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 11 years
- Badge 2706
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Thursday, January 17, 1985
Most Recent Reflection
View all 22 ReflectionsHi partner, today is 40 years since that horrific day. I will never forget that day as long as I live.
I think about you all the time, all the fun we had all the police stories. I miss you dearly. I know you are
patrolling the Heavens above and watching all your brothers and sisters in blue.
Love you,
Your Partner, Tom
Thomas Guarino
NYPD
January 19, 2025
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