Patrolman Paul H. Johnson, Washington State Patrol, Washington

Patrolman Paul H. Johnson

Washington State Patrol, Washington

End of Watch Monday, December 12, 1949

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Paul H. Johnson

Patrolman Paul Johnson was shot and killed after he and his partner responded to a report of a man randomly shooting at his neighbors at Ernie's Bend near Snoqualmie, Washington.

Patrolman Johnson had taken a position behind his patrol car. When the officers called out to the suspect to surrender, the man opened a window and started shooting, striking Patrolman Johnson twice. Three other people were wounded during the shooting spree. Patrolman Johnson was taken to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his wounds.

The 58-year-old suspect was declared insane and committed. He died at Medical City Mental Hospital on July 18, 1952.

Patrolman Johnson was a United States Army WWII veteran and had served with the Washington State Patrol for three years. He was survived by his parents.

Bio

Age 32
Tour 3 years
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Rifle; .22 caliber
Offender Committed

weapons violation, EDP, mentally ill

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Patrolman Johnson,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during World War II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

December 12, 2024