Officer Allen Perry Camp, Dallas Police Department, Texas

Officer Allen Perry Camp

Dallas Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Saturday, March 25, 1972

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Allen Perry Camp

Officer Allen Camp was shot and killed by two juveniles as he investigated a burglary at a school at 2001 East Kiest Boulevard. While in the school the two boys, ages 13 and 15, jumped him and took his weapon and then shot him in the chest. The 15-year-old boy had committed over 200 burglaries in the area before the shooting.

On February 23, 1973, the 15-year-old was convicted of murder and sentenced to life.

Officer Camp had served with the Dallas Police Department for one year and was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 21
Tour 1 year
Badge 3037

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Officer's handgun
Offender Sentenced to life

burglary, arrest attempt

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Officer Camp,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Dallas. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol

March 25, 2022