26-04-2025
Retired, trailblazing Daphne Police Sgt. Melvin Johnson dies
DAPHNE, Ala. (WKRG) — Retired Daphne Police Sgt. Melvin Johnson, who served the Jubilee City for more than 26 years, has died, has learned.
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Johnson's family and the Daphne Police Department shared the news Friday on Facebook.
Johnson worked with DPD from 1966 through 1993, according to the Daphne History Museum.
'Notably, Melvin holds the distinction of being the first African-American to proudly wear a municipal police badge in Baldwin County,' a post on the said.
According to the City of Daphne, over 200 people attended Johnson's retirement ceremony in 1993, in recognition of his impact on the community and outstanding contributions.
And the Daphne Police Department named its North Precinct after Johnson in 2006.
'All of the officers who worked alongside Sgt Johnson have retired or preceded him in death, but he left behind a lasting legacy,' a DPD Facebook post said. 'Our North Precinct offices honor him by name.
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'Sincerest condolences to his family.'
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