California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Monday, August 10, 1942
Add to My HeroesClinton George Benjamin
Officer Clinton Benjamin was killed in a motorcycle accident while pursuing a speeding motorist at East Shore Highway and Huntington Avenue at 1:20 pm.
Officer Benjamin was traveling northbound, chasing a speeding vehicle, when a southbound car turned left onto Huntington Avenue. As he swerved to avoid crashing into the car, he hit the curb. He hurled over the handlebars and broke a rib which punctured his lung. Officer Benjamin was transported to Richmond Hospital but succumbed to his wounds 20 minutes later.
Officer Benjamin was survived by his wife, son, and parents.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Benjamin,
On today, the 80th 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.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
August 10, 2022
