Redding Police Department, California
End of Watch Friday, May 19, 1967
Add to My HeroesOwen Ted Lyon
Patrolman Owen Lyon was shot and killed while he and his partner responded to a domestic disturbance at approximately 5:00 am.
As they approached the house the drunken male suspect emerged with a .32 caliber handgun and opened fire, striking Patrolman Lyon in the chest. The suspect then shot and wounded Patrolman Lyon's partner, who retreated to the police car and retrieved a shotgun.
During a second gun battle Patrolman Lyon's partner shot and killed the suspect. His partner then transported him to a local hospital where he succumbed to his wound the next morning.
Patrolman Lyon had served with the Redding Police Department for six years. His badge was retired and is on permanent display in the Redding Police Department's lobby.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 6 years
- Badge 1
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Thursday, May 18, 1967
- Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
- Offender Shot and killed
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
May 19, 2022
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