Bio & Incident Details
Age: 36
Tour: 6 years
Badge # Not available
Cause: Vehicle pursuit
Incident Date: 1/13/1950
Weapon: Automobile
Suspect: Apprehended
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Corporal LeKites was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver on US 113 near Selbyville, Delaware. He and another officer were investigating an accident when they heard a speeding car approaching the scene. Corporal LeKites stepped into the roadway in an attempt to stop the car. The driver of the vehicle slammed on his brakes, lost control, and then struck Corporal LeKites.
The driver then fled the scene, but was arrested several hours later.
Corporal LeKites had served with the agency for 6 years. He was survived by his wife and two sons.
