Jacksonville Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, September 29, 1937
Add to My HeroesClarence E. Ballou
Officer Ballou succumbed to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident two days earlier while escorting the governor to a meeting. His motorcycle struck a pothole, throwing him into a telephone pole.
Officer Ballou had served with the agency for 11 years. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Monday, September 27, 1937
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