Dallas Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, February 20, 1937
Add to My HeroesRalph Wendell Hoyt
Officer Ralph Hoyt succumbed to injuries received the previous day when his motorcycle struck a roadway depression and he was thrown off.
He had been with the agency for nine months and was survived by his parents, sister, and two brothers.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 9 months
- Badge 31
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Friday, February 19, 1937
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsOfficer Hoyt,
On today, the 83rd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Dallas. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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