New Orleans Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Sunday, January 2, 1949
Add to My HeroesCharles R. Johns
Patrolman Charles Johns was accidentally shot and killed in the 5th Precinct Station when another officers service revolver discharged when he accidentally dropped it on the floor.
Patrolman Johns was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsPatrolman Johns,
On today, the 69th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during WW II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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