Patrol Officer John H. Perkey

Patrol Officer John H. Perkey | Knoxville Police Department, Tennessee
Knoxville Police Department, Tennessee
Patrol Officer John H. Perkey

Knoxville Police Department, Tennessee

End of Watch Friday, December 8, 1967

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John H. Perkey

Patrol Officer John Perkey was killed in an automobile crash while he and his partner pursued a speeder around 1:30 a.m.

While traveling on Severvielle Pike, their patrol car slid on a wet spot in the road, causing them to lose control and hit a tree. Officer Perkey was thrown from the vehicle and killed. The driver sustained minor injuries.

Officer Perkey was a U.S Army veteran and served with the Knoxville Police Department for three years. Survivors include his wife, parents, and two brothers.

Bio

  • Age 25
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge Not available
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicle pursuit
  • Weapon Not available
  • Offender Not available

traffic patrol, weather

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I have heard stories of you my whole life. My mother loved watching cartoons and giggling with you. My aunt your wife Jane was so broken by becoming your widow at 20. I don’t believe she ever got over your loss. This month 3/2026 she joined you in heaven. I hope there was a joyful reunion.

Tracie Hirschler.
Niece of John Perkie

March 13, 2026

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