Connecticut Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation

William V. Tickey

Officer

Bridgeport

End of Watch: 5/20/1946

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Officer Tickey was struck by an auto at an intersection while attempting to signal a speeding auto to stop. He died from his injuries two days later.

On May 18, 1946, Officer Tickey was struck by an auto at the intersection of Union Avenue and Orange Street while attempting to signal a speeding auto to stop. Officer Tickey died from the effects of his injuries at Bridgeport Hospital on May 20, 1946.