Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Thursday, November 30, 1961
Add to My HeroesLeRoy Joseph Wadsworth
Policeman LeRoy Wadsworth was killed in a motorcycle accident while on duty. His motorcycle struck the back of a vehicle that had made a sudden stop in the roadway.
Policeman Wadsworth was a U.S Marine Corps veteran of WWII and had served with the Los Angeles Police Department for 14 years.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 14 years
- Badge 5976
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsOfficer Wadsworth,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USMC during WW II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow LEO;former Marine
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