Oregon State Traffic Division, Oregon
End of Watch Monday, November 27, 1922
Add to My HeroesEarl W. Perkins
Officer Earl Perkins succumbed to injuries sustained one week earlier when he was involved in a motorcycle accident on the Pudding River Bridge in Marion County, Oregon. He was attempting to pass a garbage truck when the sidecar on his motorcycle struck the hub of the truck, causing him to be thrown underneath the truck.
Officer Perkins had served with the Oregon State Traffic Division for nine months and had previously served with the Tillamook Police Department. He was survived by his wife, father, and brother.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 9 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Monday, November 20, 1922
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsOfficer Perkins,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Oregon.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
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