Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Wednesday, March 23, 1927
Add to My HeroesJohn Volberg Wicks
Policeman John Wicks succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained the previous day at 1305 Emden Street in Wilmington.
He had responded to a domestic disturbance call in which a man had assaulted his wife and son. When he arrived at the scene, the man shot him twice in the abdomen. Despite being mortally wounded, Policeman Wicks returned fire and killed the suspect.
Policeman Wicks was transported to White Memorial Hospital, where he passed away the following day.
Policeman Wicks was a United States Navy Reserve WWI veteran and had served with the Los Angeles Police Department for 3 years. He was survived by his wife and parents.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Tuesday, March 22, 1927
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsOfficer Wicks,
On today, the 98th 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. Navy during World War I.
Fair Winds And Following Seas
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 23, 2025
