Joseph F. Sykes Jr., killed June 2, 1969

Officer Sykes was killed in a motorcycle accident while responding to another accident. A vehicle struck his motorcycle, causing a fatal head injury. Officer Sykes was not wearing a helmet as they were not required or considered a piece of safety equipment at the time.

Officer Sykes had been with the department for three years, and was 24 years old.

Rubbing From The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial

National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Location -  Panel 44W, Line 2, Georgia Public Safety Memorial Location - S1L

A Salute To Police Officers