Metro-Dade Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Friday, December 31, 1971
Add to My HeroesJohnny Edward Mitchell
Police Officer Johnny Mitchell succumbed to injuries sustained in a vehicle crash on July 22nd, 1971.
His patrol car struck another vehicle head-on at an I-95 exit ramp during the chase by members of the Opa-locka Police Department. Officer Mitchell remained in a coma for several weeks before succumbing to his injuries.
Officer Mitchell was a U.S. Air Force veteran and had served with the Metro-Dade Police Department for one year. He is survived by his wife and two young children.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 1 year
- Badge 50
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Incident Date Thursday, July 22, 1971
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsRemembering Metro-Dade Officer Johnny E. Mitchell and reflecting on his service to our nation and Florida. Thoughts and prayers are with his widow and surviving children whos lives were changed forever. Officer Mitchell's will to survive was evident by fighting for live for 4 months before passing to be with the Lord and continue his watch from Heaven above.
Gary Howze, Director
Florida Office of the Attorney General
December 30, 2020
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