Norfolk Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Wednesday, April 4, 1984
Add to My HeroesJohn C. Thomas, III
Officer John Thomas succumbed to injuries sustained three days earlier when his police motorcycle was struck by a vehicle.
Officer Thomas had served with the Norfolk Police Department for 10 years.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 10 years
- Badge 575
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Sunday, April 1, 1984
Most Recent Reflection
View all 25 ReflectionsBadge number was 575 I believe.
John C Thomas
Son
December 21, 2022
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