Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Saturday, April 8, 1922
Add to My HeroesRoy L. Shy
Detective Sergeant Roy Shy was killed in a vehicle crash while responding to a payroll robbery.
His vehicle collided with a laundry truck at the intersection of Washington Street and Los Angeles Street.
Sergeant Shy had served with the Los Angeles Police Department for 15 years. He was survived by his wife and two son.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 15 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsDet. Sgt. Shy,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Los Angeles.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
April 8, 2022
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