Richmond Police Department, California
End of Watch Thursday, July 5, 1984
Add to My HeroesWilliam C. Whitty
Patrolman William Whitty and Patrolman Ronald Fuller were killed when their airplane crashed while conducting surveillance of a drug bust.
Another small plane collided with their patrol plane as it circled a public housing project.
Patrolman Whitty was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour Not available
- Badge 685
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
- Incident Date Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsPatrolman Whitty,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Richmond. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
July 5, 2024
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