Patrolman James E. Walker, Memphis Police Department, Tennessee

Patrolman James E. Walker

Memphis Police Department, Tennessee

End of Watch Saturday, April 12, 1952

James E. Walker

Patrolman Walker was killed in a motorcycle accident. Patrolman Walker and his partner were returning to Headquarters to turn in their motorcycles because it had begun to rain. As the officers neared the intersection of North Parkway and Avalon Street a car pulled out from a side street. To avoid the car Officer Walker swerved. He lost control of his motorcycle and stuck a tree. He was removed to Saint Joseph's Hospital where he died from his injuries two hours later.

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Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 60th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

April 12, 2012