Officer William C. Jordan

Officer William C. Jordan | Wilmington Police Department, North Carolina
Wilmington Police Department, North Carolina
Officer William C. Jordan

Wilmington Police Department, North Carolina

End of Watch Saturday, June 10, 1950

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William C. Jordan

Officer William Jordan was killed when his patrol car was struck by a vehicle that ran a red light.

Officer Jordan was a passenger in the vehicle and was thrown from the car. He suffered severe head injuries and died about eight hours later.

The driver was charged with manslaughter but was acquitted.

Officer Jordan had served with the Wilmington Police Department for four years. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

  • Age 39
  • Tour 4 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash
  • Incident Date Wednesday, January 4, 1950

routine driving, vehicle crash

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Officer Jordan,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Wilmington. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

June 10, 2025

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