Washington State Patrol, Washington
End of Watch Sunday, June 28, 1953
Add to My HeroesJohn F. Wright
Patrolman Wright was struck and killed by a car during a traffic stop. As Patrolman Wright was talking to the driver a car traveling at a high rate of speed sideswiped both cars and hit Patrolman Wright. The driver fled the scene after striking Patrolman Wright but was later apprehended.
The 20-year-old driver was charged with hit-and-run and criminal homicide. He was convicted of both charges and sentenced to a year in jail.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Sentenced to 1 year
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