Baltimore City Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Monday, December 28, 1936
Add to My HeroesJohn Thomas King, Jr.
Patrolman John King was killed when he was struck by a vehicle while walking his beat on Hoffman Street.
As he was crossing Hoffman Street and Caroline Street, a vehicle hit him and then struck another car. The driver and his passengers carried Patrolman King into St. Joseph's Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries the next day.
The driver was charged with manslaughter. He was acquitted despite the driver admitting that he was at a tavern and drank beer before the crash.
Patrolman King was a U.S. Army veteran of WWI and had served with the Baltimore City Police Department for 13 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and son.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 13 years
- Badge 1124
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Sunday, December 27, 1936
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsP.S. I don't know if anyone can add this to my grandfather's information but, his badge number is 1124. If you would like his picture please let me know and I will try to get it to you. I am very proud of him and will continue to keep his memory alive as best I can. Thank you for this opportunity.
Valerie Foronda
Granddaughter
March 17, 2025
