Deputy Kenneth Harvey Johnson, Ramsey County Sheriff's Department, Minnesota

Deputy Kenneth Harvey Johnson

Ramsey County Sheriff's Department, Minnesota

End of Watch Monday, October 13, 1958

Kenneth Harvey Johnson

Deputy Kenneth Johnson was killed when he lost control of his patrol car around a wide curve and crashed while pursuing a vehicle.

The crash occurred at Victoria Street North and Lake Owasso Boulevard, in Roseville, as both vehicles were traveling at about 70 mph. Both vehicles crashed and rolled over but all of the other occupants survived.

Deputy Johnson had served with the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office for just under one year. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 30
Tour 1 year
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit
Weapon Automobile
Offender Not available

vehicle pursuit

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 55th anniversary year of your death. I am privileged to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service.

My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

November 11, 2013