California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Friday, July 2, 1954
Add to My HeroesFrank M. Epperson
Officer Frank Epperson was killed in a motorcycle crash while attempting to pass a truck in an attempt to stop two speeding vehicles on Highway 99 (modern day I-10) near Thousand Palms.
The truck began to make a left turn in front of the car causing a collision.
Officer Epperson was a Korean War veteran and had served with the California Highway Patrol for six years. He was survived by his wife and 4-year-old son.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
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