William J. Waterson.
Patrolman William Waterson was shot and killed after he and his partner interrupted a robbery in progress at a motel on Central Avenue, next to the Garden State Parkway. The suspect fled on foot to a nearby parking lot, where he ambushed Patrolman Waterson as he searched the area. The suspect was arrested 25 years later but acquitted at trial. Patrolman Waterson was a United States Vietnam War veteran and served with the Clark Township Police Department for three years.
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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.
Patrolman Waterson gave the Clark Township Police Department 3 years.
Thank you for your service to the Clark 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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