West Park District Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, November 21, 1915
Add to My HeroesLudwig Rudolph Skala
Park Policeman Ludwig Skala was killed in a motorcycle crash near the intersection of Jackson Boulevard and Ashland Avenue.
The engine of his motorcycle seized up, causing him to be thrown to the ground. He suffered a fatal head injury as a result.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour Not available
- Badge 11
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsOfficer Skala's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 1-22-18 to honor him.
Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)
January 22, 2018
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