Everett Police Department, Washington
End of Watch Tuesday, November 23, 1920
Add to My HeroesJohn H. Fox
Detective John Fox was shot and killed as he responded to a report of a robbery at 34th Street and Broadway.
During his response he observed a suspicious man on Colby Avenue and stopped to question him. As he exited his car the man produced a pistol and exchanged shots with Detective Fox. Detective Fox was struck in the abdomen and fatally wounded.
The subject was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison but later had the sentenced commuted to 32 years.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Pistol
- Offender Released after 32 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsDet. Fox,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Everett.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
November 23, 2020
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