Patrolman Joe Preston Murphy, Frisco Police Department, Texas

Patrolman Joe Preston Murphy

Frisco Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Monday, January 29, 1968

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Joe Preston Murphy

Patrolman Joe Murphy was killed in an automobile crash while responding to assist members of the Celina Police Department. His vehicle collided with a grain truck that was making a U-turn on State Highway 289.

Patrolman Murphy was a United States Army veteran who had served with the Frisco Police Department for eight months and previously served with the Collin County Sheriff's Office. He was survived by his wife, daughter, parents, and seven siblings. One of his brothers was WWII hero and author Audie Murphy.

Bio

Age 32
Tour 8 months
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

officer assistance, vehicle crash

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Patrolman Murphy,
On today, the 57th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

January 29, 2025