Navajo Division of Public Safety, Tribal Police
End of Watch Tuesday, August 30, 1960
Add to My HeroesGordon C. James
Sergeant Gordon James was killed in a vehicle crash when his patrol car was struck in a head-on collision when another driver attempted to pass three buses on Navajo Route 6 seven miles north of Bidahochi, Arizona.
Sergeant James was a Korean War veteran.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Location Arizona
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsSgt. James,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but also for our Country when you served during the Korean War. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
August 30, 2020
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