Navajo Division of Public Safety, Tribal Police
End of Watch Thursday, October 20, 1949
Add to My HeroesHoska Thompson
Police Officer Hoska Thompson died of exposure while serving civil papers in the area of Sawmill, Arizona, on October 20th, 1949.
His body was found in the wooded area of Sawmill Road the following day.
Bio
- Age 60
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Hypothermia
- Location Arizona
Most Recent Reflection
View all 3 ReflectionsOfficer Thompson,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice as a Law Enforcement Officer. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
October 20, 2024
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