United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Government
End of Watch Saturday, December 8, 1984
Add to My HeroesClifton Dewell Browning, Jr.
Special Agent Clifton Browning was killed in an airplane accident near Meeker, Colorado, while returning to Grand Junction from a surveillance mission in Laramie, Wyoming. The aircraft began to experience mechanical problems and crashed in a snowstorm.
Agent Browning was assigned to Glenwood Springs and had served with the United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation for 21 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, three sons, father, mother, sister, and brother.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 21 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
- Location Colorado
Most Recent Reflection
View all 25 ReflectionsAgent Browning,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country-not just as a FBI Agent but also when you served with the U.S. Army as well. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
December 8, 2024
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