Edward Byrne (police officer)

Edward Byrne (February 21, 1966 – February 26, 1988) was a police officer in the New York City Police Department who became well known in the United States after he was murdered in the line of duty.

Edward Byrne
Born(1966-02-21)February 21, 1966
New York City, U.S.
DiedFebruary 26, 1988(1988-02-26) (aged 22)
New York City, U.S.
Police career
DepartmentNew York City Police Department (NYPD)
Service years1986–1988
Rank1986 – Commissioned as a police officer
Badge no.14072

Byrne's father had also been an NYPD officer. Byrne had joined the NYPD on July 15, 1986, and was stationed in the 103rd Precinct in Jamaica, Queens. Prior to joining the NYPD, Byrne was in the New York City Transit Police.

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