Virginia Beach Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch: Wednesday, July 11, 1979
Age: 36
Tour of Duty: 12 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Aircraft accident
Date of Incident: July 11, 1979
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available
Detective Jimmy Mobley and Officer William Black were killed in a helicopter accident.
The helicopter crashed in the Atlantic Ocean between Croatan and Dam Neck. They were leading a rescue boat to the scene of a disabled boat using their spotlight. During the operation, the helicopter dove into the ocean.
Detective Mobley had served with the Virginia Beach Police Department for 12 years and had been awarded Officer of the Year in 1977. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and son.