Burbank Police Department, California
End of Watch Friday, September 22, 1961
Add to My HeroesRichard E. Kunkle
Officer Richard Kunkle was killed in a motorcycle accident while attempting to stop a traffic violator. Another vehicle pulled out of a side street and Officer Kunkle was forced to take evasive action. He was thrown to the ground and received severe injuries.
Officer Kunkle had been in law enforcement for a total of nine years. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Not available
- Offender Not available
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January 26, 2025
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