Deputy Sheriff William R. Johnson

Deputy Sheriff William R. Johnson | Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office, California
Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office, California
Deputy Sheriff William R. Johnson

Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office, California

End of Watch Saturday, July 31, 1852

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William R. Johnson

Deputy Sheriff William Johnson was shot and killed in the Oakland section of Contra Costa County while attempting to serve a writ of ejectment.

As he attempted to evict the man he was shot in the chest and killed. A grand jury failed to indict the subject.

Deputy Johnson was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

  • Age 34
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Not indicted

eviction

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Deputy Sheriff Johnson,
On today, the 170th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Contra Costra County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

July 31, 2022

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