Michael P. Morales

Detective Michael Morales died from illnesses caused by inhaling toxic materials while partaking in the rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center site, following the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Detective Morales had served with the New York City Police Department for 29 years and was assigned to the 122nd Precinct Detective Squad. Detective Morales had previously served with the United States Army and was a veteran of the Vietnam War and a Purple Heart recipient.

Detective Morales is survived by his wife and four children.