Chief of Police John A. Dolan

Chief of Police John A. Dolan

Passaic Township Police Department, New Jersey

End of Watch Tuesday, March 22, 1966

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John A. Dolan

Chief of Police John Dolan suffered a fatal heart attack following an altercation at a domestic disturbance call.

He returned to his home at 251 Main Street following the call and collapsed.

Chief Dolan was a U.S. Coast Guard veteran of WWII and had served with the Passaic Township Police Department for 17 years. He was survived by his wife and children.

Bio

  • Age 47
  • Tour 17 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Heart attack
  • Weapon Person
  • Offender Not available

domestic

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56 years have passed since you were called away from on us, Chief Dolan. I was only 5 at the time of your passing, but for some reason, you left a great impression on me. Thank you for your years of service.

Brian Blaine

June 29, 2024

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