Washington State Patrol, Washington
End of Watch Thursday, August 15, 1974
Add to My HeroesJoseph B. Modlin
Weight Control Officer Joseph Modlin was killed when he was crushed underneath the rear wheels of a logging truck at the Home Valley weigh station along Highway 14.
He was speaking to the driver of a truck that had stopped next to the scale. When a second truck pulled onto the scale Officer Modlin turned and began to walk toward it. As the original truck began to pull away the rear portion of the empty trailer struck him and he was crushed under the wheels.
Officer Modlin had served with the Washington State Patrol for six years. He was survived by his wife and three daughters.
Bio
- Age 60
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsOfficer Modlin,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Washington. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
August 15, 2024
