Police Officer John David Patton, Carrabelle Police Department, Florida

Police Officer John David Patton

Carrabelle Police Department, Florida

End of Watch Saturday, July 9, 1977

John David Patton

Police Officer John Patton was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call on CR-67, near Avenue G. He was shot with a .308 caliber rifle as he stepped out of his patrol car when he arrived at the scene.

The suspect then exited his house and committed suicide.

Officer Patton had served with the Carrabelle Polie Department for one year. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 28
Tour 1 year
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Rifle; .308 caliber
Offender Committed suicide

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