St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Wednesday, January 9, 1929
Add to My HeroesJohn J. Walsh
Police Officer John Walsh was killed after being struck by a car driven by a man who had been drinking.
The crash occurred at Broadway and Lafayette Streets.
Officer Walsh had been with the agency for 26 years and was survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 55
- Tour 26 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
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