Hudson County Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Sunday, January 13, 1929
Add to My HeroesThomas Joseph Clossey
Patrolman Thomas Clossey succumbed to injuries received the previous day when his police motorcycle was struck by a hit-and-run driver on the Newark Turnpike between Jersey City and Harrison. The stretch of road that he was struck on was known as "Dead Man's Curve." Patrolman Clossey was transported to Jersey City Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Patrolman Clossey was survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Incident Date Saturday, January 12, 1929
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsPatrolman Clossey,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Hudson County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
January 13, 2019
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