California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Wednesday, August 12, 1964
Add to My HeroesCharles O. Woodworth
Officer Charles Woodworth succumbed to injuries received in a motorcycle accident two weeks earlier in Sonoma Valley. He was on patrol and had just pulled away from a stop sign to stop a car when his motorcycle was hit broadside by another vehicle.
Officer Woodworth had been with the California Highway Patrol for 12 years. He was survived by his wife and seven children.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 12 years
- Badge 1685
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Monday, July 27, 1964
Most Recent Reflection
View all 23 ReflectionsOfficer Woodworth,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of California. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
August 13, 2024