Houston Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Tuesday, January 12, 1954
Add to My HeroesSmith Anderson "Buster" Kent, Jr.
Officer Kent was killed in a motorcycle accident while attempting to stop a speeding car in the 6300 block of Navigation Boulevard. His police motorcycle struck the side of a truck, causing him to be thrown to the ground.
Officer Kent had served with the Houston Police Department for 19 years and had been assigned as a motorcycle officer for 17 years. He was survived by his wife, son, and brother, who was also a Houston police officer.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 19 years
- Badge 135
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsRest in peace Officer Kent.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
October 25, 2021
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