Santa Barbara Police Department, California
End of Watch Monday, December 19, 1921
Add to My HeroesRichard Williams
Officer Dick Williams succumbed to injuries sustained on July 4th, 1921, when he fell from his horse.
He was participating in the Independence Day Parade on State Street when his horse became startled by the crowd and bolted. Officer Williams was thrown to the ground and suffered severe head injuries. He slipped into a coma and died several months later.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Animal related
- Incident Date Monday, July 4, 1921
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Williams,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Santa Barbara.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
December 19, 2021
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