Newark Housing Authority Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Wednesday, January 12, 1972
Add to My HeroesRoland J. Brewster
Police Officer Roland Brewster was shot and killed while off-duty inside of a tavern at 20 Van Vechten Street.
He was inside the tavern when three men approached him and asked if he was a police officer. Officer Brewster responded that he was not and started to back away from the men. One of the men then drew a handgun and shot him. The three were apprehended and convicted of murder.
Officer Brewster had served with the Newark Housing Authority Police Department for 2-1/2 years.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 2 years, 6 months
- Badge 9
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Convicted of murder
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsOfficer Brewster,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Newark. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
January 12, 2022
