Patrolman Ralph Alcorn White

Patrolman Ralph Alcorn White

Cornelius Police Department, North Carolina

End of Watch Thursday, December 31, 1942

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Ralph Alcorn White

Patrolman Ralph White was electrocuted when he came into contact with a downed power line near the intersection of Catawba Avenue and Statesville Avenue (modern day Main Street).

A strong storm had knocked out power to the town. The duties of Cornelius police officers also included restoring power to the town following storms. Patrolman White was attempting to restore the power when he came in contact with the line, which had been previously cut and left bare.

He was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Patrolman White was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

  • Age 40
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Electrocuted

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Rest in peace Patrolman White.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 31, 2021

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