Bristow Police Department, Oklahoma
End of Watch Saturday, September 20, 1924
Add to My HeroesWilliam H. Johnston
Detective William Johnston was killed in a vehicle crash while pursuing three subjects who had just committed a bank robbery.
The patrol car Detective Johnston was riding in overturned. He suffered fatal injuries in the crash. Two other officers suffered non-life threatening injuries.
Detective Johnston had served with the Bristow Police Department for 12 years.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour 12 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsDet. Johnston,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Bristow.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
September 20, 2024
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