Goessel Police Department, Kansas
End of Watch Tuesday, May 22, 1979
Add to My HeroesJohn T. Morgan
Reserve Officer Morgan was shot and killed when he responded to a domestic disturbance. The suspect shot him with a rifle as he exited his patrol car. The man also murdered his ex-wife and wounded her boyfriend during the domestic disturbance.
The suspect was convicted of the murders. He served 24 years in prison before being paroled in 2004.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Rifle
- Offender Paroled in 2004
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Morgan,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Goessel. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol
El Paso Station
May 22, 2019
