In memory of
John A. Russo
- Died
- July 22, 2014, aged 70
- Died of it afterward
- The Years After
Also kept at
badge.nw↗Detective John Russo died as a direct result of illnesses he contracted after inhaling toxic materials as he participated in the rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center site following the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001.
Detective Russo served with the New York City Police Department for 36 years and was assigned to the Technical Assistance and Response Unit.
Detective John Russo died as a direct result of illnesses he contracted after inhaling toxic materials as he participated in the rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center site following the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001.
You walked into it and it took years to finish the job.
Detective Russo gave the New York City Police Department 36 years.
Thank you for your service to the New York community. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Detective Russo.
S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993