Memphis Police Department, Tennessee
End of Watch Friday, December 29, 1978
Add to My HeroesJames N. Bush, Jr.
Patrolman James Bush was stuck and killed by a vehicle being operated by an intoxicated driver. Patrolman Bush was directing traffic at the scene of an accident on South Third Street when the he was struck. The suspect was arrested at the scene and charged with vehicular homicide, driving while intoxicated and reckless driving.
This incident lead to the Memphis Police Department issuing reflective vests to every officer.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Charged with vehicular homicide
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 6, 2020
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