Kentucky State Police, Kentucky
End of Watch Monday, April 23, 1973
Add to My HeroesJoe Ward, Jr.
Trooper Joe Ward was struck and killed by a vehicle during foggy conditions while assisting at the scene of another accident. No charges were filed in connection with his death.
Trooper Ward had served with the agency for four years and had previously served with the United States Army and was Vietnam War Veteran who served with the 9th Military Police Company.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 423
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsTrooper Ward, rest in peace.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 25, 2019
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