We will never forget the sacrifice made by our brother officers.

May we always honor and remember them.

Captain William Thompson
End of Watch: Tuesday, September 11, 2001

Age: 51
Tour of Duty: 27 years
Shield: 85
Cause of Death: Terrorist Attack
Weapon Used: Aircraft; Passenger jet
Suspect Info: 19 suicide attackers

CaptainThompson was killed in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks while attempting to rescue the victims trapped in the World Trade Center. He had worked for the New York State Office of Court Administration for 27 years, and was an instructor at the Court Officers Academy. He is survived by his two sons and mother. Captain Thompson's body was recovered on March 22, 2002.

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