Fort Worth Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, June 17, 1956
Add to My HeroesJames L. Dowdy
Officer James Dowdy was killed when a meat company truck struck his motorcycle while chasing drag racers on Father's Day.
Officer Dowdy had been with the agency for 8 months. He was survived by his wife and 3-year-old son.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 8 months
- Badge 476
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsRest in peace Officer Dowdy.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 21, 2020
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