Officers Killed in the Line of Duty

Joseph Matlock

  • Rank: Policeman
  • Serial Number: Unknown
  • Division: Unknown
  • Date Killed: Saturday, October 26, 1918
  • Cause of Death: Spanish flu

Rememberance

Policeman Matlock contracted Spanish Influenza while performing his duties. He was hospitalized on October 23, 1918, and died on October 26, 1918, due to complications of the Spanish Flu.

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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.

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