Fresno County Sheriff's Office, California
End of Watch Friday, November 5, 1982
Add to My HeroesDavid G. Graves
Deputy Sheriff David Graves was killed when his patrol car was struck by a drunk driver at the intersection of Shaw Street and Dickenson Street
The subject ran a stop sign and collided with Deputy Graves' vehicle. The drunk driver's wife was also killed in the crash. The man was sentenced to four years in jail for the two deaths.
Deputy Graves had served with the Fresno County Sheriff's Office for three years. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Sentenced to 4 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsMy husband and I passed your memorial near Fresno today. Thank you for your service and sacrifice, Officer Graves. You are remembered.
Tina L Holtz
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