Norfolk Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Saturday, February 13, 1960
Add to My HeroesBenjamin Pope Myrick
Officer Benjamin Myrick succumbed to injuries sustained one week earlier when his police motorcycle was struck by a car.
Officer Myrick was a U.S. Army veteran and served with the Norfolk Police Department. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and two sons.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Thursday, February 4, 1960
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsI am really just finding out that I am also a granddaughter of Benjamin Myrick. I have recently met my cousin, Rhonda Hughes and my aunt Ann Simpson. If anyone who thinks they might be related to Benjamin Pope Myrick would like to reach out and begin some new relationships, please email me.
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My mother, Marsha Stull and Ann Simpson, 1/2 sisters, met for the first time on June 4, 2022
Dorenda Richard
Granddaughter
June 6, 2022
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