John A. Russo

Detective

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John A. Russo

2014

Died of it afterward
July 22, 2014, aged 70
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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.

What people have said 1

I did not know you, but I know what was taken that day. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

S. Vincent Anthony 11 September 2026