Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Tuesday, May 29, 1979
Add to My HeroesJack Don Williams
Deputy Sheriff Jack Williams was shot and killed as he and other members of the Narcotics Bureau served a warrant on a home.
When the officers attempted a forced entry into the home, one of the suspects opened fire with a shotgun, striking Deputy Williams.
The suspect was sentenced to death.
Deputy Williams had served with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for nine years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Sentenced to death
Most Recent Reflection
View all 29 ReflectionsJack, we are getting very close to a freeway section dedicated to your memory. The proposed date is May 29, 2020. While that will be 41 years since we took that door, not a day goes by without me and hundreds of others remembering your courage, your bravado, your laughter and the privilege of working with you.
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