Night Watchman John Wesley Alford
Watsonville Police Department, California
End of Watch Sunday, February 7, 1897
Add to My HeroesJohn Wesley Alford
Night Watchman John Alford was shot and killed while making his rounds in Watsonville.
No suspects were ever apprehended in connection with his murder.
Watchman Alford had served with the Watsonville Police Department for one year. He was survived by his wife and eight children.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Never apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsOfficer Alford,
On today, the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Watsonville.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
February 7, 2022
