Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad Police Department, Railroad Police
End of Watch Thursday, July 27, 1922
Add to My HeroesRoy E. Burton
Special Officer Roy Burton was shot and killed from ambush as he patrolled the switching yards in San Bernardino, California, approximately 150 yards west of the Mt. Vernon Avenue viaduct. Seven men were seen running from the area where gunfire was heard. Officer Burton was found with his revolver in his hand. Three shots had been fired. It was thought he may have wounded one or more suspects.
A suspect was arrested 10 days later but later released due to insufficient evidence.
Officer Burton was survived by his wife. He had served with the agency for only 6 months.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Location California
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender At large
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