Ann Arbor Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Tuesday, June 4, 1946
Add to My HeroesKenneth Earl Payne
Patrolman Payne was killed in a motorcycle accident while on patrol on Washtenaw Avenue.
Another vehicle pulled in front of him at the intersection of Sheridan Road and suddenly stopped. Patrolman Payne attempted to avoid a collision but was thrown to the ground, causing severe injuries. He succumbed to his injuries eight hours later.
Patrolman Payne was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII and had served with the Ann Arbor Police Department for five years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and grandparents.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsRest in peace Patrolman Payne.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 9, 2019
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