Patrolman Junius P. Lewis
Charleston Police Department
South Carolina

End of Watch: Thursday, December 6, 1951
Cause: Struck by vehicle

Biographical Info
Age: 42
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Patrolman Lewis was struck and killed by a vehicle while standing on the corner of Rutledge Street and Maple Street. A vehicle went out of control and onto the sidewalk careening off buildings and poles for two blocks. Patrolman Lewis and two other men were struck and killed. The 82 year-old driver was found dazed with no memory of what happened.

Patrolman Lewis was survived by his son, daughter, and six siblings.

 
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Patch image: Charleston Police Department, South Carolina

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