Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Wednesday, March 2, 1966
Add to My HeroesJohn Charles Smith
Policeman John Smith was struck and killed by a drunk driver while watching traffic on a police motorcycle.. The 46-year-old driver was charged with felony drunk driving and manslaughter.
The driver was convicted of misdemeanor manslaughter and sentenced to 3 years probation and fined $550.00.
Policeman Smith served with the Los Angles Police Department for six and a half years. He is survived by his wife, and four children.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 6 years, 6 months
- Badge 10395
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Convicted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 23 ReflectionsDear family of John Smith, my name is Gary Shiohama, and my dad loved your dad. I was only 13 at the time you lost your dad, but I still remember it well because my parents were so grieved. As I recall, my dad met John when he started working for him at Esko Foods supermarket. Anyway, I just wanted to reach out and let you know that I have thought of him and all of you often even though I have never met you. May God shine His face upon all of you. Gary
Gary Shiohama
Friend
March 24, 2023
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