San Francisco Police Department, California
End of Watch Tuesday, July 4, 1922
Add to My HeroesJoseph Walsh
Officer Walsh was shot and killed when he attempted to arrest four suspects who had just done an armed robbery. When Officer Walsh encountered the suspects they shot him twice. Officer Walsh was taken to a local hospital, but died while in surgery.
Officer Walsh was survived by his two sons. He was preceded in death by his wife.
Bio
- Age 61
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender At large
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsOfficer Walsh,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of San Francisco.
R.I.P.
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