New Orleans Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Monday, August 9, 2004
Add to My HeroesLaToya Nicole Johnson
Police Officer LaToya Johnson was shot and killed as she and her partner served commitment papers at a home at 934 North Broad Street.
She and her partner were assigned to serve commitment papers on a male whose family said he was in need of psychiatric evaluation. When the officers arrived, the male confronted them with a gun. The man opened fire on the officers and struck Officer Johnson. After Officer Johnson fell, the man stood over her and fired several more shots.
Officer Johnson's partner called for backup and responding officers exchanged gunfire with the man, eventually killing him.
Officer Johnson had served with the New Orleans Police Department for three years.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 3 years
- Badge 1261
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .50 caliber
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 465 ReflectionsSo hard to believe it's been 20 years since we lost you. You were a bright, shining star for everyone. I had a lot of fun times with you at NOPD headquarters. You will always be missed. Blessings to you and your family.
Derek Canatella
Retired NOPD
August 23, 2024
