Police Officer Ulric A. Johnston
Detroit Police Department
Michigan
End of Watch: Saturday, November 10, 1928

Biographical Info
Age: 31
Tour of Duty: 3 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Saturday, November 10, 1928
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Shot and killed

Officer Johnston was shot and killed as he and his partner were attempting to buy liquor during an undercover operation on Holbrook Street. Officer Johnston had purchased the liquor and was attempting to leave when the owner, after recognizing him as a police officer, shot him several times. His partner shot and killed the owner and seriously wounded the owners son when he produced a pistol.

Officer Johnston had served with the Detroit Police Department for 3 years.