Albany Police Department, New York
End of Watch Friday, January 5, 1945
William J. Fitzpatrick
Chief William Fitzpatrick was shot and killed by a detective following a dispute. The detective was arrested and sentenced to 20 years in prison. The sentence was cummuted and the detective was released from prison in 1957.
Chief Fitzpatrick had served with the agency for 20 years. He was survived by his wife, two sons and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour 20 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to 20 years
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