Oregon State Police, Oregon
End of Watch Thursday, November 8, 1962
Ralph D. Bates
Trooper Ralph Bates was shot and killed after he stopped a suspect driving a stolen car. The suspect was arrest and committed to the Oregon State Hospital, where he died in 1963.
Trooper Bates was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Oregon State Police for only four months.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 4 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Committed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsTrooper Bates,
On today, the 54th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a LEO but for our Country as well when you served in the USN. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Fair Winds And Following Seas
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