Margate City Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Sunday, November 16, 1975
Add to My HeroesRichard Himber
Sergeant Richard Himber was killed in an automobile accident while pursuing a motorcycle. The accident occurred on Ventnor Avenue in Atlantic City.
Sergeant Himber had served with the Margate City Police Department for 11 years and had been promoted to sergeant only three days before he was killed. He was survived by his wife, daughter, parents, and brother.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile; Motorcycle
- Offender Not available
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