Wister Police Department, Oklahoma
End of Watch Friday, June 30, 1950
Thearel Major Johnson
Marshal Thearel Johnson was shot and killed while attempting to arrest two robbery suspects. One of the men produced a gun and opened fire. Despite being mortally wounded, Marshal Johnson was able to return fire and killed the suspect.
The second man was arrested and charged with murder.
Marshal Johnson had served with the agency for one year. He was survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Shot and killed
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