Officer Roy Eugene Thurman, Honolulu Police Department, Hawaii

Officer Roy Eugene Thurman

Honolulu Police Department, Hawaii

End of Watch Saturday, October 20, 1990

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Roy Eugene Thurman

Officer Roy Thurman succumbed to injuries he received in a motorcycle crash while on patrol on Kalanianaole Highway in front of the Koko Marina Shopping Center.

His motorcycle struck a guard rail as he attempted to avoid colliding with a vehicle that had turned in front of him.

He was transported to Queen's Hospital, where he succumbed to his head injuries ten days later.

Officer Thurman had served with the Honolulu Police Department for six years. He is survived by his wife, daughter, parents, and brother.

Bio

Age 34
Tour 6 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash
Incident Date Wednesday, October 10, 1990

routine driving, motor officer

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Officer Thurman,
On today, the 35th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Honolulu. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 20, 2025