Longview Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, May 2, 1948
Bura Clora Roberts
Patrolman Roberts and Patrolman Boyd Gaunt were killed in an automobile accident while responding to a fire. Their patrol car struck a firetruck responding to the same call. A firefighter riding on the back of the firetruck was also killed in the accident.
Patrolman Roberts had served with the agency for 4 years.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
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Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsPatrolman Roberts,
On today, the 69th 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 Longview. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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