SHERIFF’S OFFICE SEEKS INFORMATION IN MURDER OF OFFICER

The Bergen County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information in the death of Paterson Police Officer Tyron Franklin. Franklin was fatally shot on Sunday, January 7th at approximately 1:20 AM near the corner of Broadway and Madison Avenue.

 

“The death of Officer Franklin is an unconscionable act of violence,” said Sheriff Leo McGuire. “My heart goes out to his son, Tyron Jr., as well as to his parents and his four siblings. I strongly encourage anyone with information concerning Officer Franklin’s murder to have the courage step forward.”

 

There is a $16,000 reward for anyone with information leading to an arrest and conviction in this case.

 

Individuals with information may contact the Paterson Police Department at 973-321-1120 or 973-321-1111. The Passaic County Sheriff’s Department may be reached at 1-888-958-TIPS.

 

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