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Officer John C. Thomas, III | Norfolk Police Department, Virginia Norfolk Police Department, Virginia

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John C. Thomas, III

Norfolk Police Department, Virginia

End of Watch: Wednesday, April 4, 1984

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 32

Tour: 10 years

Badge # Not available

Cause: Motorcycle accident

Incident Date: 4/4/1984

Weapon: Not available

Suspect: Not available

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Officer Thomas was killed when his police motorcycle was struck by a vehicle.

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I just saw a motorcade go by in front of my house this afternoon, John. It was for a murdered Norfolk Police Officer. He was a bicycle patrolman, and his family resides here in Virginia Beach. As all the Motorcops cruised through the quiet street; it sounded like a jet was slowly flying over... And then of course my mind went immediately to you. I never see a Norfolk Police uniform without thinking of you.

I still remember riding to Granby High together in your beautiful 62 Impala. You were a grade ahead of me, but always had room in that car for me, because I was a neighborhood pal.

Your mom is still doing OK, I spoke to her a month ago. She has lost so much! First your dad, then you.

I'll never forget you, buddy... and the shock when I head you were gone. So young in the prime of life. You gave it for all of us.

I'll see you again.

Rob DeDominick
Virginia Beach Citizen
October 30, 2010

 

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