Lieutenant Frank A. Starkel

Lieutenant Frank A. Starkel | Connecticut State Police, Connecticut
Connecticut State Police, Connecticut
Lieutenant Frank A. Starkel

Connecticut State Police, Connecticut

End of Watch Monday, July 19, 1948

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Frank A. Starkel

Lieutenant Frank Starkel was killed after being struck in the head by a large piece of rock.

The rock had been blown more than a half mile, from the Newington Quarry, as a result of an explosion.

Lieutenant Starkel had served with the Connecticut State Police for 23 years and was assigned as the State Fire Marshal. He was survived by his wife, mother, five brothers, and sister.

Bio

  • Age 45
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Accidental

explosion

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Lt. Starkel,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Connecticut. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol

July 19, 2023

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