Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Monday, May 24, 1920
Add to My HeroesDonald Cary Hathaway
Policeman Donald Hathaway was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a robbery suspect.
He was driving to work when he observed the suspect robbing citizens on the roadside. He was shot when he stopped and exited his vehicle. The suspect was convicted and hanged and San Quentin Prison.
Policeman Hathaway was survived by his wife, daughter, parents, and four siblings.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour Not available
- Badge 117
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Hanged
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View all 8 ReflectionsYou are remembered and thanked for your service and dedication. To the Richmond officer who is related to you May God bless you and your family. We are also proud of you. Semper Fi.
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