Erie Railroad Police Department, Railroad Police
End of Watch Saturday, February 28, 1942
Add to My HeroesJoseph Koning
Sergeant Joseph Koning was struck and killed by a train while patrolling the Erie Railroad yards on Pavonia Avenue in Jersey City, New Jersey.
His body was found underneath a boxcar and both of his legs had been severed above the knees.
Sergeant Koning was survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 59
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
- Location New Jersey
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsRest in peace Sergeant Koning.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 28, 2021
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