Police Officer James A. McKale, Jr.

Police Officer James A. McKale, Jr. | Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania
Police Officer James A. McKale, Jr.

Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Sunday, September 15, 1974

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James A. McKale, Jr.

Police Officer James McKale was killed in an automobile crash on West River Drive near the Strawberry Mansion Bridge.

He had just reported to duty and was en route for routine patrol when he lost control of his vehicle at 7:28 a.m. He was transported to the Medical College of Pennsylvania, where he died from his injuries.

Officer McKale was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Philadelphia Police Department for three and a half years. He was survived by his parents and sister. His father was a retired Philadelphia Police Department officer.

Bio

  • Age 28
  • Tour 3 years, 6 months
  • Badge 5139
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash

routine driving, vehicle crash

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Officer McKale,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Navy. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 15, 2024

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