Pinal County Sheriff's Office, Arizona
End of Watch Sunday, February 25, 1973
Add to My HeroesJames Melvin Morgan
Deputy James Morgan was killed in an airplane accident while attempting to land on Peralta Road. His plane hit a power line and crashed upon approach.
He had been involved in a search and rescue mission for a man lost in the Superstition Mountains who had been looking for gold.
Deputy Morgan had served with the Pinal County Sheriff's Office for two years and previously served with the Eloy Police Department and Arizona State Prison. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
Most Recent Reflection
View all 18 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Morgan,
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 Pinal County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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