Policeman Donald Cary Hathaway, Los Angeles Police Department, California

Policeman Donald Cary Hathaway

Los Angeles Police Department, California

End of Watch Monday, May 24, 1920

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Donald Cary Hathaway

Policeman Donald Hathaway was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a robbery suspect.

He was driving to work when he observed the suspect robbing citizens on the roadside. He was shot when he stopped and exited his vehicle. The suspect was convicted and hanged and San Quentin Prison.

Policeman Hathaway was survived by his wife, daughter, parents, and four siblings.

Bio

Age 26
Tour Not available
Badge 117

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Hanged

off duty, robbery

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You are remembered and thanked for your service and dedication. To the Richmond officer who is related to you May God bless you and your family. We are also proud of you. Semper Fi.

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May 24, 2021