Dallas Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Thursday, December 28, 1933
Add to My HeroesJesse Emmett Griffin
Officer Jesse Griffin was killed in a motorcycle crash near the intersection of Commerce Street and Crowdus Street while responding to a stabbing call.
During his response, another driver turned in front of him, causing a collision. He succumbed to his injuries the next day at Baylor Hospital.
Officer Griffin had served with the Dallas Police Department for four years. He was survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 291
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Wednesday, December 27, 1933
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsThough I was born long after you died my grandfather, your brother, John Ryan Griffin told me about you. I also know your Uncle John Ryan was Chief of Police for Dallas around the same time I am on very honored to have you both as my family
Carol Lumsden
Family member
April 11, 2024
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