San Diego Police Department, California
End of Watch Monday, October 21, 1918
Add to My HeroesWalter B. Holcomb
Patrolman Walter Holcomb died as a result of contracting Spanish influenza. At the time he contracted the disease he was transporting a flu victim to the hospital. The virus was part of a worldwide epidemic at the time.
Patrolman Holcomb had served with the agency for nine years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Duty related illness
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsPatrolman Holcomb,
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 San Diego. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
October 21, 2018
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