Virginia Beach Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Wednesday, July 11, 1979
Add to My HeroesWilliam Douglas Black
Police Officer William Black and Detective Jimmy Mobley were killed in a helicopter accident.
The helicopter crashed in the Atlantic Ocean between Croatan and Dam Neck. They were leading a rescue boat to the scene of a disabled boat using their spotlight. During the operation, the helicopter dove into the ocean.
Officer Black had served with the Virginia Beach Police Department for six years.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
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