Patrolman George L. Gerhard

Patrolman George L. Gerhard

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Wednesday, December 14, 1932

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George L. Gerhard

Patrolman Gerhard was shot and killed during a pursuit of a robbery suspect near Central Park. One of the suspects was shot and wounded, and another was arrested. The suspect who shot Patrolman Gerhard was convicted of murder and executed on June 14, 1934.

Patrolman Gerhard was assigned to the 20th Precinct.

Bio

  • Age 35
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Executed in 1934

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MAY YOU NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. REST IN PEACE.
MEMBERS OF THE 20TH PRECINCT WILL ALWAYS HONOR YOU AND REMEMBER YOU.

POLICE OFFICER JOSEPH REALE
NYPD

February 13, 2023

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