California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Tuesday, January 14, 1964
Add to My HeroesKenneth L. Witke
Officer Kenneth Witke was killed in a crash when another vehicle made a left turn in front of his police motorcycle on Stocker Street, near Don Lorenzo Drive, in Baldwin Hills.
Officer Witke had served with the California Highway Patrol for 17 years.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 17 years
- Badge 731
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsSemper Fi motorman. May God bless you and your family. Your loss hits every CHP officer very hard. 57 years since leaving us is a long time but your 17 years serving the Blue & Gold will never be forgotten...
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