Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Monday, November 14, 1949
Add to My HeroesJ. Elbert Hall
Deputy Sheriff J. Elbert Hall was killed in an automobile crash during the pursuit of a vehicle.
During the pursuit, a dump truck loaded with gravel pulled out in front of him at the intersection of Norwalkd Boulevard and Whittier Boulevard, in Whittier. The impact pushed the truck about 100 feet and caused it to overturn. The driver of the truck stated he did not see the patrol car or hear its siren. Deputy Hall was transported to a local hospital where he died.
Deputy Hall had been with the agency for seven years.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 7 years
- Badge 551
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile; Commercial
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Hall,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Los Angeles County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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