Essex County Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Tuesday, July 6, 1993
Add to My HeroesJames Ralph Fassnacht
Sergeant Fassnacht drowned while he and two other divers were clearing an intake screen in Weequahic Park Lake.
Sergeant Fassnacht was survived by his wife and three sons.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsRest in Peace Sgt. Fassnacht. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Fassnacht Family and the Essex County Police Department.
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