Deputy Sheriff John M. Slobojan, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California

Deputy Sheriff John M. Slobojan

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California

End of Watch Saturday, November 7, 1964

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John M. Slobojan

Deputy John Slobojan suffered a fatal heart attack during a foot pursuit of a juvenile robbery suspect in El Monte.

He and his partner had spotted the wanted juvenile in front of a home on Maxson Street and attempted to arrest him. The subject fled on foot through backyards of several homes with the deputies in pursuit. Deputy Slobojan collapsed in the yard of 12117 Felipe Street. His partner performed CPR but Deputy Slobojan died before arriving at a local hospital.

Deputy Slobojan had served with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for five years and was assigned to the Temple Sheriff's Station. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 30
Tour 5 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Heart attack
Weapon Person
Offender Not available

foot pursuit, juvenile offender, robbery

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Deputy Sheriff Slobojan,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death pic would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Los Angeles County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 7, 2024