Game Warden Walter K. Krukow, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, California

Game Warden Walter K. Krukow

California Department of Fish and Wildlife, California

End of Watch Sunday, April 20, 1947

Walter K. Krukow

Warden Krukow was shot and killed by a 17 year old boy who was fishing out of season. The suspect was convicted of second degree murder on June 4, 1947.

Bio

Age 41
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Apprehended

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Warden Krokow,
On today, the 71st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of California. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

April 20, 2018