East Point Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Monday, June 2, 1969
Add to My HeroesJoseph Frank Sykes, Jr.
Officer Joseph Sykes was killed in a motorcycle crash while responding to another accident.
A vehicle struck his motorcycle, causing a fatal head injury. Officer Sykes was not wearing a helmet as they were not required or considered a piece of safety equipment at the time.
Officer Joseph Sykes had been with the East Point Police Department for three years.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsOfficer Sykes,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of East Point. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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