LaPorte Police Department, Indiana
End of Watch Wednesday, September 5, 1962
Add to My HeroesThomas Gregory Ciecka
Patrolman Thomas Ciecka succumbed to injuries sustained 11 months earlier when he was struck by a vehicle while directing traffic.
The injuries caused him to medically retire. His health continued to deteriorate and he died on September 5th, 1962.
Patrolman Ciecka had served with the LaPorte Police Department for 16 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 49
- Tour 16 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Monday, October 16, 1961
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