Cook County Highway Police, Illinois
End of Watch Monday, June 8, 1925
Add to My HeroesHarold August Kegler
Policeman Harold Kegler was killed in a motorcycle accident while attempting to stop a speeding vehicle on Milwaukee Road.
As Policeman Kegler was entering the police station, he observed a car speed past its entrance. He immediately jumped onto his motorcycle and attempted to stop it, but was thrown from his motorcycle when it struck a piece of timber that was in the roadway. Policeman Kegler was taken to St. Francis Hospital in Evanston where he succumbed to his injuries the following day.
Policeman Kegler was survived by his wife, mother, sister and two brothers.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour Not available
- Badge 1223
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Sunday, June 7, 1925
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsOfficer Kegler,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Cook County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
June 8, 2025
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