Trooper Franklin D. Patrick

Trooper Franklin D. Patrick

West Virginia State Police, West Virginia

End of Watch Sunday, August 27, 1939

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Franklin D. Patrick

Trooper Franklin Patrick was killed when his patrol car was struck while parked near Fayetteville, West Virginia. Another trooper who was in the patrol car was injured in the crash.

The driver of the vehicle who caused the accident was charged with manslaughter.

Trooper Patrick had served with the agency for 9 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

  • Age 41
  • Tour 9 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash

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