P.O. Joseph Ferguson #6892

P.O. Joseph Ferguson #6892
Name:  Ferguson, Joseph F.
Star: 6892
Rank: Patrolman
District / Unit: 002 District (Wentworth)
End of Watch: 27-Dec-1968
Incident Details:

Officer Joseph Ferguson and his partner questioned three suspicious men on the street. Two of the men were placed under arrest and the third was released. Shortly thereafter, the third man returned with a gun. A gun battle ensued, during which Officer Ferguson sustained two serious wounds. The courageous officer died in the hospital.

Reflections

03/10/2009 ****************"

There is a star that has fallen and he will be forever in my hart He was and always will be my hero. My prayers for him and his family the ones that remember the deeds he did for all those he came in contact with and to his partner my hart felt thanks for all that you have done for me in the past. -- Brian J Ferguson that your soul may be out

Daddy, you would truly have loved your only grandchild. She is witty and full of life. We continue to honor your memory through the Gold Star Families and now, through the wonderful police officers of the CPD Memorial Foundation. Your second family, the CPD, have never forgotten your sacrifice. Forever loved… -- Elizabeth Ferguson (Daughter) 08/14/08