California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Sunday, November 8, 1964
Add to My HeroesLeonard L. Layton
Officer Leonard Layton was killed in an automobile accident on U.S. Highway 101 while en route to a court hearing.
His cruiser went over an embankment while he rounded a curve on the rain-slicked highway.
The officer had been employed with the California Highway Patrol for less than one year.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 1 year
- Badge 3411
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsOfficer Layton,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of California. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
November 8, 2024
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