Houston Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Friday, March 8, 1963
Add to My HeroesJames Thomas Walker
Officer Walker was killed in a motorcycle accident while attempting to stop a speeding car. His police motorcycle struck the back of another car during rush hour traffic. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Officer Walker was a U.S Army veteran of WWII and had served with the Houston Police Department for 15 years. He was survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 15 years
- Badge 362
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsHeroes live forever, Officer Walker, and we will never forget. Thank you for the sacrifice you made for the citizens of Houston and the great State of Texas.
Greater Houston C.O.P.S.
March 8, 2013
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