Westchester County Parkway Police Department, New York
End of Watch Monday, July 5, 1954
Add to My HeroesGeorge Ruthven
Patrolman George Ruthven was killed when his police motorcycle was struck by a car at the intersection of Westchester Avenue and Wards Lane in White Plains.
Patrolman Ruthven was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsThis happened at the intersection of Anderson Hill Rd and Westchester Avenue on July 5, 1954. He was on his way to patrol the Hutchinson River Parkway. It was a great tragedy for our family and affects us to this day in 2023.
Barbara Ruthven Donnelly
Daughter
February 1, 2023
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