Norwalk Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Wednesday, June 20, 1962
Add to My HeroesSherrold H. Gorton
Officer Sherrold Gorton was struck and killed by the driver of an 18-ton dump truck when he was backing up.
Officer Gorton had been with the agency for 12 years.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 12 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsRest in peace Officer Gorton.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
May 12, 2019
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