John Byko
1935
John Byko Jr..
How He Died
Manner
Accident
Cause
Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened
Police Officer John Byko was killed when his patrol car was struck head-on by another vehicle on Route 25 (modern-day Route 1) near the entrance to the Rose Hill Cemetery.
The driver of the vehicle had previously lost his right to drive after being involved in a fatal crash seven years earlier. He was convicted of charges related to the crash that killed Officer Byko. He was sentenced to six months in jail and lost his right to drive.
His partner was injured in the crash but survived.
Officer Byko had served with the Linden Police Department for seven years.
The driver of the vehicle had previously lost his right to drive after being involved in a fatal crash seven years earlier. He was convicted of charges related to the crash that killed Officer Byko. He was sentenced to six months in jail and lost his right to drive.
His partner was injured in the crash but survived.
Officer Byko had served with the Linden Police Department for seven years.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife and two children.
Service Record
Also Served
Linden Police Department
Police Officer
In Our Keeping
Permanent identifier
neuraspine_01krbxtnstk1aa1stnyn6t72ey
Record added
August 2, 2026
neuraweb.nw
Stewarded by
neuraweb.nw
Last updated
August 2, 2026
This page is permanent and free. No fee to view it, no advertising, no tracking, and no account required. It will not be taken down.
Are you family? This record can be claimed and maintained by those who knew John. Claim this record.
Be the first to honor John.
Leave a Tribute