Norfolk County Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, August 14, 1953
Add to My HeroesTalbot D. Barrow
Police Officer Talbot Barrow was electrocuted when he came in contact with a downed electrical wire. He and his partner were dispatched to the scene of the downed power lines as a result of Hurricane Barbara. The officers encountered deep water in the roadway and as Officer Barrow stepped from the car into the water he was electrocuted. His partner was also electrocuted, but recovered, as he tried to pull Officer Barrow to safety.
Norfolk County and the City of South Norfolk merged in 1963 to form the City of Chesapeake. Both police agencies were also merged and no longer exist.
Officer Barrow was a WWII veteran had been with the agency for only two months. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 2 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Electrocuted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsTo fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 60th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.
Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater
February 21, 2013
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