Patrolman Thomas E. Kittinger

Patrolman Thomas E. Kittinger | Roanoke City Police Department, Virginia Patrolman Thomas E. Kittinger | Roanoke City Police Department, Virginia
Roanoke City Police Department, Virginia
Patrolman Thomas E. Kittinger | Roanoke City Police Department, Virginia Patrolman Thomas E. Kittinger | Roanoke City Police Department, Virginia
Patrolman Thomas E. Kittinger

Roanoke City Police Department, Virginia

End of Watch Saturday, April 29, 1961

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Thomas E. Kittinger

Patrolman Thomas Kittinger was killed when he was intentionally dragged by a man wanted on a moral charge. Patrolman Kittinger was off-duty when he spotted the man near Jefferson High School. When he reached into the vehicle the man rolled the window up on his arms and began to drive away, dragging him several blocks.

He was thrown to the ground when the suspect crashed the car into a second vehicle. The 23-year-old driver was arrested and charged with murder. He was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 20 years.

Patrolman Kittinger was survived by his wife and 10-year-old son.

Bio

  • Age 32
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Sentenced to 20 years
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This was my very dear uncle I was told. I wish I could of known him. It is said that he was one fine man. Love you uncle Tommy. C u someday.

Nephew Toby Shannon
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May 2, 2020

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