Officer Down Memorial Page

I was 14yrs old boy when Larry Parker killed these 2 men. Larry Parker been arrested many times by these 2 officers and wanted to say goodbye to his wife Nellie before going to jail but she was not home so they decided to wait for her. Officer Hercules waited outside in patrol car and Officer Johnson and Larry Parker waited on couch together but then Larry got up to get something to drink from kitchen.He say his brothers Jerry Parker 30-30 deer hunting rifle in the corner and returned to living room with it.Officer Johnson stood up from the couch and was gunned down.Officer Hercules radioed shots fired call from patrol car then took off running toward the house.Larry Parker had already ran upstairs to bedroom window and shot Officer Hercules into hip area dropping him on sidewalk and and Officer Hercules crawled back to patrol car and radioed officer down call.Larry Parker then had ran up to the patrol car and got the drop on Officer Hercules who still was on radio and he pleaded for Larry not to kill him as he was a family man.Larry Parker killed him anyway and took off in patrol car down road closes to patomic river where the blacks lived with his son Frank Parker(my classmate) chasing the patrol car pleading with his dad to take him with him.Townfolk already knew Larry killed the 2 cops and Mr Kline who owned store closed it up but allowed me to come in back and get some candy.He locked up as he was afraid that Larry might rob him as he left town.Noone was on the street but me and Frank chasing a police car.I been to Larry Parker house before and was not afraid of him.Out of the blue heavy set woman from Church open her door and yelled at me Larry killed the cops get home right now so I got scared and Fled home.Officer Hercules was laid out in the street and after a while the male townfolks covered him with a sheet. Finally a helicoper showed up and more police officers to secure the crime scene.Rest I know is about rumors of him fleeing from the dogs and him finally driven back into town finally going to cave and killing himself when he was founded.

SDO McCulloh Jon B
Oklahoma County Jail
February 2, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 35th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Laslater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Your memory will always be honored and revered. I pray for solace for all of those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever,
Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
January 12, 2012

Trooper Johnson,
On today, the 33rd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you to you and your partner for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of West Virginia. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
January 12, 2010

Uncle Chubby,
I was only nine when you passed, but remember vividly my dad, your brother, speak of your death. I now follow in your footsteps and do so proudly. Your kind demeanor and dedication to family has set the standard. With all of this dear sir, I salute you for your service. I will attempt to maintain the standards you set for all of those in Law Enforcement. We have learned so much from you and all of our fallen heroes.
Uncle Chubby, you are truely missed. I now understand....
Jannie

Officer Adams
Department of the Army/Niece
May 16, 2009

Trooper Johnson your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you rest in peace.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee
May 27, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
March 2, 2008

G-d speed my brother

UC
ODPS-Inv Unit
January 28, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
January 4, 2008

G-d Bless.

January 12, 2007

Dear Uncle; Your memory is a gift and never forgotten.

Steven Smith
Nephew
May 30, 2006

Trooper Johnson you died a hero and have not been forgotten. We remember you on the anniversary of your death. Rest in peace my fallen brother in green.

Cpl. C. D. Siler
WVSP
January 12, 2006

06/12/04

Each day I try to read the ODMP. Today I read your story. Any officer who dies in the line of duty will always be remembered for his sacrifice. You died a hero. Rest in peace Johnson.

Captain Robert W Cannon, Ret.
Vermilion Co, Il. Sheriff's Dept.
June 12, 2004

Trooper Johnson,

Many years have past, but your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Continue to Rest in Peace Brother in Blue.....

Officer
NC
June 3, 2004

I was 18 years old at the time Charlie was killed. I had always wanted to be a policeman and Charlie was a friend of mine. We hunted, played basketball and were friend with my fmaily and other troopers. His death reinforced my need to become a police officer and work everyday to strive to eliminate the faction of society that hurts innocent police officers. I have worked my entire career and paid tribute to Charlie's memory each and everyday by doing the job to the best of my ability.

Lt K.C. Bohrer
Berkeley Co Sheriff's Dept.