Patrick Joseph Morrissey
Patrick Joseph Morrissey | |
|---|---|
| Born | 7 March 1936 |
| Died | (aged 49) Tallanstown, County Louth, Ireland |
| Spouse | Bernadette (?–1985; his death) |
| Children | 4 |
| Police career | |
| Department | Garda Síochána |
| Service years | 1960–1985 (24 years) |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Badge no. | 14545K |
Sergeant Patrick Joseph Morrissey (7 March 1936 – 27 June 1985) was a member of the Garda Síochána, the national police service of Ireland, killed by the INLA. His murder resulted in the last death sentences issued by an Irish court, 30 years after the last death sentence executed in Ireland.