Upland Police Department, California
End of Watch Tuesday, September 17, 1940
Ernest Ralph Dark
Police Officer Ernest Dark succumbed to injuries sustained four days earlier when he was involved in an automobile crash while pursuing a traffic violator.
He entered a neighboring city when his cruiser collided with a vehicle attempting to make a left turn in front of him.
Officer Dark had served with the Upland Police Department for 12 years. He was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 12 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Incident Date Friday, September 13, 1940
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
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View all 5 ReflectionsRest In Peace Brother
It's been 77 yrs since your sacrifice and you are not forgotten
Officer Mike Robinson, (Ret)
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