Henry O. Wendell
1967
Henry O. Wendell Jr.. Henry served in World War II.
How He Died
Manner
Accident
Cause
Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened
Police Officer Henry Wendell was struck and killed by a vehicle while directing traffic at Main Street and Plum Street following a high school football game. The impact knocked Officer Wendell 85 feet. The driver of the vehicle was arrested and charged with murder by auto. He was sentenced to only six months probation. Officer Wendell had only served with the Pearland Police Department for two months.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife and five children.
Service Record
Also Served
Pearland Police Department
Police Officer
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