Patrolman John C. Williams
Patrolman John C. Williams
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In Memoriam: Patrolman John Williams
On this day, 21 August, 1967, we remember our brother, Patrolman John Williams, who tragically passed away from injuries sustained on 27 June, 1967. While seated in his radio car at the Northern District (Keswick and 34th St.), writing a report as his partner fueled the vehicle, the car suddenly caught fire and exploded. Officer Williams was severely burned and trapped inside. Despite the efforts to save him, he succumbed to his injuries several weeks later on 21 August, 1967.
Officer Williams served with the Baltimore Police Department for 19 years. As his brothers and sisters in the department, we honor his memory, thank him for his dedicated service, and pray for his eternal rest. May God bless his soul.
A Witness Account:
Robert Yamin, a fellow officer, recalls the tragic day: "I had just parked my unmarked car about 40 feet from the car being fueled. I was almost inside the building when the fire erupted, engulfing the car in flames. Another officer immediately called KGA. The flames and heat were so intense from 30 to 40 feet away that it was impossible to get closer. Our cars were not equipped with fire extinguishers at that time. I ran through the archway to the front of the building, pulled the fire alarm, and waited to direct the first arriving fire truck to the archway. It was a horrible incident to witness, and there was absolutely nothing any of us could do. This occurred at the old Northern District, Keswick and 34th".
More details
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| End of Watch | 21 August, 1967 |
| City, St. | Keswick and 34th St. |
| Panel Number | 35-E: 16 |
| Cause of Death | Fire |
| District Worked | Northern |
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