Galveston Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Thursday, August 16, 1990
Add to My HeroesRobert Louis John
Officer John was killed when his patrol car was struck by a train at approximately 3:15 p.m.
He was delivering the patrol car to a dealership for servicing when it was struck by the Texas Limited Passenger Train as he crossed the tracks on 77th Street.
Officer John had been with the Galveston Police Department for 15 years. He was survived by his brother, sister, niece, and grandmother.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 15 years
- Badge 703
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsI worked with Officer Robert John, and made the scene of his tragic accident with the train. I was a pallbearer for my friend, visited his name at the police officer’s memorial in Washington DC. I think of you often Robert, still pray for you, and look forward to the day that I can see you patrolling the streets of heaven. RIP… MITCH
Lt. John Mitchell
Galveston Police Department
February 15, 2024
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