Police Officer James Melvin Forbes, Seattle Police Department, Washington

Police Officer James Melvin Forbes

Seattle Police Department, Washington

End of Watch Friday, June 21, 1974

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James Melvin Forbes

Officer Forbes and Officer James St. DeLore were killed when their Bell 47 police helicopter collided in mid-air with a Cessna 150.

The officers were responding to a weapon call in the south end of the city when the two aircraft collided near 37th Avenue South and South Benefit Street. The Cessna was approaching Boeing Field to land with the aircraft collided. Both occupants of the plane were also killed.

Officer Forbes had served with the Seattle Police Department for 15 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and two sons.

Bio

Age 32
Tour 15 years
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Incident Details

Cause Aircraft accident

helicopter crash, weapons violation

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Officer Forbes,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Seattle. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

June 21, 2024