Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad Police Department, Railroad Police
End of Watch Tuesday, December 8, 1891
Add to My HeroesJoseph Lampkin
Special Officer Joseph Lampkin was shot and killed at the train depot in La Junta, Colorado, while attempting to arrest a mentally deranged man.
The suspect committed suicide after shooting Officer Lampkin.
Special Officer Lampkin was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Location Colorado
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Committed suicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsOfficer Lampkin,
On today, the 130th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice as a Law Enforcement Officer.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
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