Patrolman Ralph L. Croxton
Louisville Division of Police
End of Watch: Tuesday, April 1, 1924
Date of Incident: Tuesday, April 1, 1924
Cause of Death: Gunfire (Intentional)
Time in Service: 1 year
Age: Not available
Survivors: His Wife
Incident
Patrolman Croxton was shot and killed by a man he arrested in a raid the night before.
The suspect confronted Patrolman Croxton and a heated argument ensued. The suspect then pulled out a gun and shot the patrolman killing him instantly.
The suspect susequently committed suicide.
Agency
Louisville Division of Police
633 West Jefferson Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
Chief Greg Smith
Merged Agency
Louisville Metro Police Department
Fallen Heroes: 1
The Louisville Metro Police Department has absorbed the following agencies:
Louisville Division of Police
Fallen Heroes: 74
Jefferson County Police Department
Fallen Heroes: 19
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i didnt know this officer but i keep all of our fallin in memory and in prayer
Added on Tuesday, April 10, 2007
-- candice stewart
-- candice stewart
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