New Milford Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Wednesday, June 3, 1964
Add to My HeroesHarmon Kenneth Couch
Patrolman Kenneth Couch drowned while attempting to make a rescue in the Housatonic River.
He drowned after falling out of a boat during a search and rescue operation.
Patrolman Couch was a U.S. Army veteran of WWI and had served with the New Milford Police Department for 10 years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 61
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsPatrolman Couch,
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 New Milford. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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