Burbank Police Department, California
End of Watch Saturday, June 17, 1961
Add to My HeroesJoseph R. Wilson
Officer Joe Wilson was killed when his police motorcycle was broadsided at Buena Vista Avenue and Thornton Street in Burbank.
The driver of the vehicle was charged with manslaughter. A judge reduced the felony charges to misdemeanor manslaughter, and he was sentenced to one year in prison.
Officer Wilson was a veteran of WWII and had served with the Burbank Police Department for four years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender One year in prison
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsThank you Officer Wilson not for your service to the city of Burbank but also to the United States for your service. You will not be forgotten and we will honor you always for the commitment, integrity, and difference you have made in impacting generations of men and women in the city of Burbank.
R J C
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February 5, 2025
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