Patrolman Joseph Norden was shot and killed by an emotionally disturbed suspect whom he and his partner were escorting from a Ridgewood apartment on December 3, 1954.

As they descended a staircase, the suspect suddenly grabbed Patrolman Norden’s service weapon and fatally shot him and an EMT who was assisting with the transfer. Patrolman Norden’s partner returned fire, killing the suspect.

Patrolman Norden had served with the New York City Police Department for 5 years, and was assigned to the 104th Precinct. He was survived by his expectant wife and two children.

Join us on Saturday, September 28 at 11 am at the corner of Catalpa Avenue and 64 Street as we dedicate the street to Patrolman Norden’s memory.