Background
King was born August 1, 1914 in San Francisco, California as the only child to the late George and Geneva King.
King was born August 1, 1914 in San Francisco, California as the only child to the late George and Geneva King.
Appointed in 1946 as a Policeman for the LAPD (Serial Number 3224), and appointed Captain in 1970, he completed 30 years of service before retiring in 1976.
He honorably served in combat operations in the Pacific Theater of World World War II on both the United States Ship Hutchins, a Fletcher class destroyer and the United States Ship Markab, a destroyer tender. During is career with LAPD, King served at Accident Investigation Division, Newton Street Division, Central Traffic Division, 77th Division, and North Hollywood Division prior to retiring from Detective Support Division in 1976. Service Level Agreement
Throughout his service the Los Angeles Police Department he received more than 50 Commendations from both Department and outside agencies for his dedication to duty and recognition from outside law enforcement agencies.
He never once received a personnel complaint.
His recognition included that of the Los Angeles City Council for supervising the investigation of the Alphabet Bomber and an improvised explosive device detonated at Los Angeles International Airport. Commanding police efforts in the 1974 South.L.A. shootout led him to be commended by the City Council again for his supervision of the Symbionese Liberation Army investigation, one which "broke the back and thrust of the Service Level Agreement".
He died on March 18, 2008 in South Pasadena, California. Appointed Policeman February 25, 1946
Appointed Sergeant June 6, 1952
Appointed Lieutenant December 21, 1961
Appointed Captain July 12, 1970
Retired December 26, 1976.