Deputy Sheriff Claude Wilson, Oakland County Sheriff's Office, Michigan

Deputy Sheriff Claude Wilson

Oakland County Sheriff's Office, Michigan

End of Watch Sunday, January 27, 1935

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Claude Wilson

Deputy Sheriff Claude Wilson succumbed to injuries sustained three days before when his cruiser was struck by a drunk driver at Nine Mile and Berg Road, in Southfield.

Deputy Wilson was on routine patrol when the suspect ran a stop sign and struck the vehicle. A passenger in the other car died at the scene. The drunk driver was charged with negligent homicide but committed suicide before coming to trial.

Deputy Wilson had served with the Oakland County Sheriff's Department for ten years. He was survived by his brother and aunt.

Bio

Age 47
Tour 10 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Incident Date Thursday, January 24, 1935
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Committed suicide

Impaired Driver

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Deputy Sheriff Wilson,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Oakland County.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

January 27, 2025