California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Monday, June 3, 1974
Add to My HeroesRalph D. Percival
Officer Percival was struck and killed by a drunk driver while on a traffic stop. He had completed writing the citation and was returning to his motorcycle when he was struck.
The 47-year-old subject was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to one year in prison.
Officer Percival had been with the agency for 16 years and was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour 16 years
- Badge 2402
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Sentenced to 1 year
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