Officer Robert V. Cummins

Officer Robert V. Cummins | Tucson Police Department, Arizona
Tucson Police Department, Arizona
Officer Robert V. Cummins

Tucson Police Department, Arizona

End of Watch Monday, September 7, 1936

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Robert V. Cummins

Officer Robert Cummins was killed in a motorcycle accident in Phoenix, Arizona, while escorting an American Legion convention parade.

While returning to Tucson his police motorcycle skidded on loose gravel at Van Buren and 16th Streets. He was knocked to the ground and received serious head injuries. He succumbed to his injuries three days later.

Bio

  • Age Not available
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Incident Details

  • Cause Motorcycle crash
  • Incident Date Friday, September 4, 1936
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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 77th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

May 1, 2013

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