Johnson County Assemblyman and ‘longest serving peace officer’ Bill Hardin dies

Johnson County Sheriff’s Deputy Bill Hardin, known as “the world’s oldest and longest serving law enforcement officer,” has died. He was 99.

“Bill was a true living legend. The oldest and oldest peace officer in the world. But more than that, he was our brother and our friend,” the Johnson County Sheriff’s Department said in a Facebook post. “Bill always shared his knowledge with our new deputies and was always ready to shake hands and smile.”

Hardin began his career with the Fort Worth Police Department on February 1, 1947, where he worked on foot patrol, mounted patrol, and drug enforcement. He also worked at the Fort Worth stock show and rodeo for 17 years.

After leaving the Fort Worth Police Department, Hardin served in the Tarrant and Johnson County Sheriff’s Office for the last 28 years. Hardin was also a veteran of the military, having served our country during World War II.

Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes released a statement in memory of Hardin.

“Deputy Hardin was a dedicated and dedicated public servant, as evidenced by his long career in law enforcement,” Chief Noakes said. “I express my sincere condolences to all who knew him and worked with him. We will miss him greatly and his legacy will continue to inspire us all.”

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