New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Saturday, January 12, 1974
Add to My HeroesTimothy M. Murphy
Officer Timothy Murphy was accidentally shot and killed when he was mistaken for an offender while off duty.
Officer Murphy had served with the agency for 9 years and was assigned to the 120th Precinct. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 9 years
- Badge 26983
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Accidental)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 29 ReflectionsRest in peace Officer Murphy. A tragedy and a young hero forever. My dad worked out of the 102nd precinct.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 9, 2019
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