New Orleans Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Monday, August 11, 1952
Add to My HeroesBenson J. Walker
Patrolman Benson Walker was accidentally shot and killed when he dropped his service weapon as he exited his patrol car at Police Headquarters.
The weapon discharged when it struck the ground and the round struck him in the head.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
- Incident Date Not available
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