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Deputy Sheriff John Cross | Seminole County Sheriff's Office, Oklahoma Seminole County Sheriff's Office, Oklahoma

Deputy Sheriff

John Cross

Seminole County Sheriff's Office, Oklahoma

End of Watch: Wednesday, March 30, 1927

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 40

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 3/29/1927

Weapon: Handgun

Suspect: Apprehended

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Deputy Cross was shot and killed during a traffic stop of a vehicle between Seminole and Wewoka. One of the three occupants produced a handgun and shot Deputy Cross in the abdomen twice. He was taken to a local hospital where he died the following day.

The suspects were apprehended and identified by Deputy Cross before he died of his injuries.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 83rd anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of falen officer Larry Lasater
March 30, 2010

 

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