California Department of Fish and Wildlife, California
End of Watch Friday, April 3, 1959
Add to My HeroesClarence Lester Brown
Game Warden Clarence Brown was killed in an automobile crash on Highway 198 eight miles west of Coalinga while patrolling Warthan Canyon.
His patrol vehicle went down a 200-foot embankment as he attempted to negotiate a hairpin curve.
Warden Brown had served with the California Department of Fish and Game for 32 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 60
- Tour 32 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsWarden Brown, you are not forgotten by the men and women of law enforcement. Rest in peace.
Michael Kane
Retired Detective, Boston Police Dept.
June 21, 2022
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