Officer William Johnson, Jacksonville Police Department, Florida

Officer William Johnson

Jacksonville Police Department, Florida

End of Watch Tuesday, April 12, 1870

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William Johnson

Officer Johnson succumbed to injuries sustained two days earlier when he was assaulted at a disturbance call. He encountered a drunk suspect who was extremely strong. The man picked Officer Johnson up and threw him to the ground, causing him to suffer fatal injuries.

Officer Johnson had been with the agency for seven years and was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 35
Tour 7 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Assault
Incident Date Sunday, April 10, 1870
Weapon Person
Offender Not available

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