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Joseph Floyd Taylor, a 29-year-old Black/African American male, was a dedicated police officer with the Grand Rapids Police Department. Having served on the force for six years, he was assigned to the Burglary Unit, where he was known for his commitment to his duty. His life, however, was tragically cut short on November 17, 1986, while in the line of duty.

On that fateful day, Officer Taylor was part of a team of officers searching a home for a murder suspect. As he proceeded to the upst ...Read More
Victim Details

Joseph Floyd Taylor

Male

Black / African American

Grand-rapids

MI

1986-11-17

29

Joseph

Floyd Taylor

12/28/2025