In Memoriam
Patrolman
William Trofemuk
End of Watch:
May 14, 1961
Rank: Patrolman
Date of Appointment: Monday, February 9, 1948
Date of Death: Sunday, May 14, 1961
Killed In The Line of Duty #21
Patrolman Trofemuk while operating a vehicle at the intersection of Hempstead Turnpike and Daffodil Avenue, Franklin Square, at 0545 hours on May 8, 1961, was in an accident with a truck. Patrolman Trofemuk died in Meadowbrook Hospital May 14, 1961 of internal injuries as a result of the accident. He was 37 years old.
Serial # 1133 Patrolman Shield # 599
National Law Enforcement Memorial: Panel 36, E -9