Alvin Leroy Foss

Death by Force

Alvin Leroy Foss, a 23-year-old officer with the California Highway Patrol, tragically died on April 26, 1950, in Alameda County, California. The incident occurred while Officer Foss was preparing to go on duty at the Bay Bridge Toll Plaza squad room. During this time, his service revolver accidentally fell from its holster, struck the concrete floor, and discharged a round that fatally struck him in the head. The weapon apparently fell on the back of the handle, causing the firing pin to be pre ...Read More

Officer Alvin Leroy Foss, California Highway Patrol, California