Dallas Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Tuesday, August 27, 1963
Add to My HeroesRay Allan Underwood
Officer Ray Underwood was killed when his patrol car was struck by a firetruck at the intersection of Zang and Davis Avenues. He and his partner were responding to a fire alarm while patrolling a high-burglary area when the accident occurred. Two firefighters were killed and his partner was critically injured. It was later determined that the fire alarm was a prank.
Officer Underwood had served with the agency for four years. He was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 1563
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsI grew up with his nephew and have known this story most of my life. Tragic end to a young, promising life. Rest in peace
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