Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office, California
End of Watch Saturday, July 31, 1852
Add to My HeroesWilliam R. Johnson
Deputy Sheriff William Johnson was shot and killed in the Oakland section of Contra Costa County while attempting to serve a writ of ejectment.
As he attempted to evict the man he was shot in the chest and killed. A grand jury failed to indict the subject.
Deputy Johnson was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Not indicted
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Johnson,
On today, the 170th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Contra Costra County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
July 31, 2022
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