Detective Joseph Gibson

Philadelphia Police Department
Philadelphia, PA

Date of Death: December 26, 2010

Age: 40
Years of Service: 15
Duty Status: Active
Military Veteran: No

When Joseph graduated from the Philadelphia Police Academy in 1995, he was assigned to the 25th District which is known as the “badlands” in North Philadelphia. Before his graduation from the academy, he was scared because of the district he was being assigned. Joseph almost turned in his badge and gun. But but Mom told Joe was that our Dad would be proud. From that day forward, Joseph served the Philadelphia Police Department with pride.”

Proud. A proud brother, Vincent, misses his brother and tries to keep his memory alive. He can be found day and night at Project Blue Light of Philadelphia PA,” trying to raise awareness about police suicide and honor his service.

Badge #8105  ~Fallen to Suicide~