Virginia State Police, Virginia
End of Watch Thursday, June 17, 1948
Add to My HeroesRobert Elvin Caldwell
Trooper Robert Caldwell was killed in an automobile crash at the intersection of 39th Street and Chestnut Avenue in Newport News while in pursuit of a traffic violator at 10:34 pm.
Another vehicle pulled out of a service station and into Trooper Caldwell's path, causing a collision. Trooper Caldwell's partner was seriously injured in the accident, and two occupants of the other vehicle were also killed.
Trooper Caldwell was a United States Army WWII veteran and had served with the Virginia State Police for 18 months. He was survived by his parents and fiancee.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 1 year, 6 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsTrooper Caldwell,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army in Europe during World War II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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