Metropolitan Police Department, District of Columbia
End of Watch Sunday, April 17, 1960
Add to My HeroesTerrell M. Dodson
Officer Terrell Dodson was killed in a motorcycle accident while chasing a speeding vehicle on Florida Avenue, NE, at approximately 4:00 am. During the pursuit Officer Dodson's motorcycle struck a streetcar loading platform at the intersection with 7th Street, NE. His motorcycle went out of control and crashed near 8th Street, NE.
Officer Dodson had served with the Metropolitan Police Department for five years. He was survived by his wife and young daughter.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
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