Fresno County Sheriff's Office, California
End of Watch Thursday, February 25, 1937
Add to My HeroesWilliam Harry Collins
Deputy Sheriff William Collins succumbed to injuries sustained three years earlier when the car he was riding in was struck by a gasoline truck near Galt.
He and the undersheriff were searching for a witness in an upcoming murder trial when the crash occurred. Deputy Collins suffered severe head and body injuries which lead to his death three years later.
Deputy Collins had served with the Fresno County Sheriff's Office for 13 years. He was survived by his wife and son, both of whom served with the agency as well.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour 13 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Wednesday, February 7, 1934
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsRest in peace Deputy Sheriff Collins. Your family law enforcement involvement so too honors you and your humbleness.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 4, 2019
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