Norwalk Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Friday, July 9, 1971
Add to My HeroesNicholas W. Fera
Sergeant Fera was shot and killed while attempting to arrest two armed robbery suspects. The two suspects had just robbed a local bank. Sergeant Fera spotted the suspect's vehicle and stopped them. When Sergeant Fera attempted to place the suspects under arrest, a gun-battle began. Sergeant Fera was fatally wounded. One of the suspects was killed by Sergeant Fera's return gunfire.
Sergeant Fera had been with the agency for 19 years.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 19 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 19 ReflectionsMy heartfelt condolences to the Fera family. I didn't know Sgt. Fera, but 50 years ago, I was inside the bank that day, and witnessed the robbery. I live out of state, but I happen to be visiting the area and just saw a TV spot about a tribute memorial for Sgt Fera. I never forgot that day, and I remember distinctly, while giving my statement at the police station, how grief overpowered the room. It was clear that his comrades loved their brother in blue.
Kate Carroll
July 9, 2021
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