Warwick Police Department, Rhode Island
End of Watch Friday, May 21, 1971
Kenneth R. Fratus
Patrolman Kenneth Fratus was directing traffic at a water main installation project on Centerville Road in front of the Apponaug Elementary School, when the driver of a 10 wheel dump truck backed up and ran over him.
He was pronounced dead at Kent County Hospital.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsPatrolman Fratus,
On today, the 46th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Warwick. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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United States Border Patrol
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