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Officers Killed in the Line of Duty
John Volberg Wicks
- Rank: Policeman
- Serial Number: Unknown
- Division: San Pedro
- Location: 1305 Emden St.
- Date Killed: Wednesday, March 23, 1927
- Cause of Death: Shot during a Family Dispute
Rememberance
Policeman Wicks succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained the previous day. He had responded to a domestic disturbance call in which a man had assaulted his wife and son. When he arrived at the scene, the man shot him twice in the abdomen. Despite being mortally wounded, Policeman Wicks returned fire and killed the suspect.
Policeman Wicks had served with the Department for 3 years. He was survived by his wife.
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.