Patrolman Jerry Tommie Wells, Panama City Police Department, Florida

Patrolman Jerry Tommie Wells

Panama City Police Department, Florida

End of Watch Friday, August 17, 1973

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Jerry Tommie Wells

Patrolman Wells was killed when his police motorcycle struck the side of a train at the Florida Avenue crossing.

The locomotive was en route to Gulf Coast Community College for display, and there were no flashing lights or crossing gates at the intersection.

Patrolman Wells had served with the Panama City Police Department for eight years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, son, parents, and two brothers.

Bio

Age 30
Tour 8 years
Badge 10

Incident Details

Cause Struck by train

routine driving, motorcycle crash, motor officer

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I’ve never been a police officer, but I am a Marine. I wasn’t even alive the day you passed. I stumbled across your name when the BCSO posted about you. Rest in piece brother! Be with God! I will shake your hand on the other side! Till Valhalla.

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United States Marine Corps

May 16, 2024