Hagerstown Police Department, Maryland
End of Watch Saturday, December 13, 1975
Add to My HeroesDonald Ralph Kline
Officer Donald Kline was shot and killed when he interrupted an armed robbery in a grocery store at the corner of Baltimore Street and Frederick Street at about 9:30 pm.
He was off duty and inside shopping when a man entered and robbed the owner. When the suspect left Officer Kline pursued him on foot. In the ensuing shootout, Officer Kline was struck three times in the chest and killed. The suspect, who was an escapee from Pennsylvania, was also wounded in the chest and taken into custody. He was sentenced to life in prison.
Officer Kline had served with the Hagerstown Police Department for 14 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 14 years
- Badge 19
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .25 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 22 ReflectionsOfc. Kline you are always remembered - Thank you for your dedication and service.
R/Sgt. Jason T. Batistig
City of Hagerstown
December 13, 2024
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