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John T. Plunkett
1924
John T. Plunkett.
How He Died
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Accident
Cause
Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened
Patrolman John Plunkett was killed in a motorcycle crash while on patrol at Norfolk Street and 13th Avenue in Newark.
A car pulled out in front of his motorcycle, causing him to lose control. He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to severe head injuries.
Patrolman Plunkett was a United States World War I veteran and had served with the Newark Police Department for 6 years.
A car pulled out in front of his motorcycle, causing him to lose control. He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to severe head injuries.
Patrolman Plunkett was a United States World War I veteran and had served with the Newark Police Department for 6 years.
Survivors
He was survived by his mother, two brothers, and four sisters.
Service Record
Also Served
Newark Police Division
Patrolman
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