Howard City Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Sunday, August 31, 1997
Add to My HeroesEric James Johnson
Patrolman Eric Johnson was killed in a vehicle crash at approximately 3:50 am.
He was returning from the Montcalm County Jail when his patrol car collided with another vehicle on Michigan 46, east of Michigan 91. Both occupants of the other vehicle were also killed.
Patrolman Johnson had served with the Howard City Police Department for five months. He is survived by his fiancée, parents, and sister.
Bio
- Age 22
- Tour 5 months
- Badge 414
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsI remember your grandmother saying to me when I was a girl. How proud she was of you. She said he is going to be a cop. You could see it on her face she glowed with love for you and your sister. in that same conversation with me she was looking forward to seeing you and your sister. I hope see got to tell you in person how proud she was you . Thank you for your service.
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November 18, 2024
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