California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Wednesday, September 25, 1946
Richard L. Simpson
Officer Simpson was killed in a motorcycle accident while on duty. He had just returned to service after serving three years in the Army during WWII.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsGod Bless your service to both our country and the citizens of California. I was 10 months old when you gave your life wearing the uniform of the greatest law enforcement agency mankind has ever known. From a Marine and CHP officer please rest in peace and always know you will always be in our hearts.
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