National Peace Officers Memorial Day
Today is National Peace Officers Memorial Day. The South Brunswick Police Department remembers all the officers nationwide killed in the line of duty, especially the 2 South Brunswick officers who lost their lives in service to our community. Chief Raymond Hayducka said, “The work we do is more challenging than ever, and the men and women who are called to this profession know the unique calling. Let us never forget those who answered the call to service and made the ultimate sacrifice to keep our community safe.”
Patrolman JOHN CHARLES GURNOVICH SR
Department: South Brunswick, New Jersey, P.D.
End of Watch: June 12, 1966
Age: 51
Years of Service: 3
Description: Patrolman Gurnovich suffered a heart attack when he was attacked and beaten when he answered a disturbance call at a bowling alley. Patrolman Gurnovich struggled with a belligerent suspect who punched him in the chest. Patrolman Gurnovich was rushed to the hospital where he remained until his death 12 days later.
Patrolman ROBERT ANTHONY CARDONE
End of Watch: October 17, 1989
Age: 23
Years of Service: 3
Description: Patrolman Cardone was struck by a passing vehicle during a traffic stop.
