Police Officer Michael Jason Katherman, San Jose Police Department, California

Police Officer Michael Jason Katherman

San Jose Police Department, California

End of Watch Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Michael Jason Katherman

Police Officer Michael Katherman was killed in a motorcycle crash at the intersection of North 10th Street and Horning Street at approximately 4:20 pm.

He was on patrol in the area when another vehicle attempted to turn left in front of him, causing the collision. Witnesses to the crash performed CPR on Officer Katherman and used his radio to call for assistance. He was transported to Regional Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries.

Officer Katherman had served with the San Jose Police Department for 11 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 34
Tour 11 years
Badge 3900

Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash

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For most of us in this life, our world can seem very small and routine. Then one day I come across this story of a man who is a police officer in San Jose who dies in a motorcycle crash. I read about the man and the love he had from so many in his life in his small area of this world and I am humbled. The unbelievable impact he made in his 34 years to so many people. His family and coworkers. His church. To a suicidal person on Christmas in 2011. I witness through year old news segments, online videos, and personal testimony an example of the best people can be. I hurt selfishly inside because I will never meet this officer. But, his legacy lives on in his boys, his family and friends. Officer Katherman, you are remembered this year by me and in the years to come as your father requested. But, know this comes from someone who will not meet you till my time is finished as well and I see you in heaven. God bless you all.

James Goss
not affiliated

June 21, 2017