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William Duross

Died April 15, 1960

William Duross served in the U.S. Navy.

How He Died
Manner Natural
Cause Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
What Happened

Officer Duross suffered a fatal heart attack shortly after being involved in a vehicle pursuit. He collapsed shortly after returning to the police station at the intersection of 39th Street and Lancaster Avenue. Officer Duross was U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Philadelphia Police Department for 10 years.

Survivors
He was survived by his wife, daughter, and son.
Media
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Service Record
U.S. Navy
Also Served
Philadelphia Police Department
Police Officer
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 3-E · Line 3 cut as WILLIAM DUROSS
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In tribute

I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.

Police Officer Duross gave the Philadelphia Police Department 10 years.

Thank you for your service to the Philadelphia community, and for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, brother.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

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