Police Officer John William Turner, Stone Mountain Police Department, Georgia

Police Officer John William Turner

Stone Mountain Police Department, Georgia

End of Watch Wednesday, November 27, 1974

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John William Turner

Police Officer John Turner was killed in an automobile crash while pursuing a vehicle through Stone Mountain at 6:05 pm.

His patrol car went out of control on South Main Street and struck a telephone pole just south of the city limits. The driver of the vehicle he was chasing was never identified.

Officer Turner had served with the Stone Mountain Police Department for six years. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 50
Tour 6 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit
Weapon Automobile
Offender Never apprehended

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Officer Turner,
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 Stone Mountain. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 27, 2024