Alton Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Monday, October 20, 2014
Add to My HeroesEddie Joe Johnson, Jr.
Police Officer Eddie Johnson was killed in a single vehicle crash while responding to a structure fire at a home in Royal Oak, approximately six miles west of Alton.
During the response his patrol car left U.S. 160 fives miles west of Alton, struck a driveway entrance, and overturned several times. It is believed that Officer Johnson was not wearing his seat belt at the time.
Officer Johnson also served as the fire chief of the Alton Volunteer Fire Department as a reserved deputy with the Oregon County Sheriff's Office. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 10 years
- Badge 4082
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 132 ReflectionsOfficer Johnson,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Alton. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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