DeKalb County Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Sunday, September 7, 1952
Add to My HeroesWilford Eugene Johnson
Officer Wilford Johnson and Lieutenant James Nix were killed when a vehicle being operated by an intoxicated driver struck their patrol car.
The driver of the vehicle was sentenced to life in prison.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Sentenced to life in prison
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