Maryland State Police, Maryland
End of Watch Sunday, April 8, 1934
Add to My HeroesJoseph E. Kuhn
Officer Joseph Kuhn was killed in a motorcycle crash on the Salisbury-Easton Highway while on patrol near Mardela Springs, Maryland.
The sidecar on his motorcycle struck the rear of a horsecart without taillights. He was thrown from the vehicle and sustained fatal injuries.
Officer Kuhn had served with the Maryland State Police for just under two years.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Kuhn,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Maryland.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
April 8, 2024
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