Patrolman Robert Leroy Applegate
Neptune Township Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Sunday, September 6, 1931
Add to My HeroesRobert Leroy Applegate
Patrolman Robert Applegate was killed when his police motorcycle was struck by a drunk driver on Route 33.
He was responding to another accident when the incident occurred.
The driver who struck him was charged with murder.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
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Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Charged with murder
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsPatrolman Applegate,
On today, the 90th anniversary of of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Neptune Township.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
September 6, 2021
