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Officers Killed in the Line of Duty
James Choquette
- Rank: Police Officer
- Serial Number: 14818
- Division: Southeast
- Location: 114th and Central Ave.
- Date Killed: Thursday, August 02, 1979
- Cause of Death: Traffic Accident
Rememberance
Officer Choquette was killed when his unmarked patrol car was struck by a drunk driver as he responded to the scene of a robbery call.
Officer Choquette had served with the agency for 10 years. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Heroism. Valor. In memoriam.
Every day, the members of the LAPD put their lives on the line. We remember and honor the officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty who have lost their lives while serving the people of the City of Los Angeles.