West Palm Beach Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Sunday, March 31, 1935
Add to My HeroesJack Grace Wadlington
Police Officer Jack Wadlington was struck and killed by a vehicle while directing traffic at the intersection of Butler Street and North Dixie Highway during the city's annual Sun Dance Festival.
He was working an extra duty assignment when the incident occurred.
Officer Wadlington was a WWI veteran and had served with the West Palm Beach Police Department for nine years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 9 years
- Badge 13
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsOfficer Wadlington,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during World War I.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 31, 2025
