Officer Victor Leon Morris
Dallas Police Department
Texas
End of Watch: Monday, September 15, 1941

Biographical Info
Age: 27
Tour of Duty: 1 year
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Monday, September 15, 1941
Weapon Used: Officer's handgun
Suspect Info: Sentenced to life

Officer Morris was shot and killed with his own weapon. He was off duty travelling on a streetcar when a man boarded without paying. Officer Morris confronted the man, who then pulled out a knife. A struggle ensued and the suspect gained control of Officer Morris' handgun and shot him in the back. The suspect was apprehended and sentenced to life.

Officer Morris had been with the agency for one year and was survived by his wife, parents, and three sisters.