Winter Haven Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Saturday, March 8, 1997
Add to My HeroesJohnnie Norris Patterson, Jr.
Patrol Officer Johnnie Patterson was shot and killed at approximately 4:30 am after making a traffic stop at the intersection of 21st Street SW and Avenue D.
The driver he stopped fled on foot, with Officer Patterson in pursuit. Officer Patterson called for backup but was not heard from again. Approximately one hour later his body was found by a Polk County canine officer in a wooded area with a fatal gunshot wound.
He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. The suspect was arrested several days later, found guilty of murder, and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Officer Patterson's father was with him on a ride along at the time of the incident.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 7 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 45 ReflectionsOfficer Patterson,
On today, the 23rd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Winter a Haven. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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