Fort Worth Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, June 17, 1956
Add to My HeroesJames L. Dowdy, Jr.
Officer James Dowdy was killed when a meat company truck struck his motorcycle while chasing drag racers on Father's Day.
The collision occurred on North Main Street near 23rd Street.
Officer Dowdy had served with the Fort Worth Police Department for eight months. He was survived by his wife and 3-year-old son.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 8 months
- Badge 476
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsRest in peace Officer Dowdy.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 21, 2020
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