Patrolman Douglas Houston Thompson

Patrolman Douglas Houston Thompson | Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas
Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas
Patrolman Douglas Houston Thompson

Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas

End of Watch Sunday, December 7, 1969

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Douglas Houston Thompson

Patrolman Douglas Thompson was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver on U.S. 80 (modern-day U.S. 180) four miles east of Weatherford.

Patrolman Thompson had served with the Texas Highway Patrol for four years and was stationed at Weatherford.

Bio

  • Age Not available
  • Tour 4 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Not available

hit-and-run

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Patrolman Thompson,
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 the state of Texas. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

December 7, 2019

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