Johnston County Constable's Office, North Carolina
End of Watch Tuesday, March 19, 1957
Add to My HeroesJoseph Raymond Lynch
Constable Joseph Lynch was killed in a vehicle crash during a vehicle pursuit on a rural paved road in Wilders, eight miles north of Selma.
The drunk driver's vehicle collided with his vehicle during the pursuit, causing him to suffer fatal injuries. The drunk driver was arrested and charged with drunk driving and reckless driving.
Constable Lynch was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 60
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsConstable Lynch,
On today, the 67th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Johnston County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 19, 2024
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