Cherokee County Sheriff's Office, Georgia
End of Watch Saturday, January 10, 1976
Add to My HeroesJ. W. Foster
Deputy Sheriff J.W. Foster was killed when his patrol car was struck by a train at the Jamerson Road crossing near Canton Road.
Deputy Foster had served with the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office for one year and had previously served with the Cobb County Police Department.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsRest in Peace, Deputy Foster. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
March 24, 2012
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