Broadview Heights Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Tuesday, August 29, 1967
Add to My HeroesBrian Kloka
Patrolman Brian Kloka was killed in an automobile crash while pursuing a speeding vehicle.
His patrol car struck a utility pole near the intersection of Broadview Road and Boston Road and rolled over. He was transported to the Akron General Hospital.
Patrolman Kloka had only served with the Broadview Heights Police Department for eight months. He was survived by his wife and sister. His father had served as the Broadview Heights Chief of Police until 1966.
Bio
- Age 21
- Tour 8 months
- Badge 2
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
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View all 10 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Brian Kloka of the Broadview Heights Police Department, Ohio, and the additional 84 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
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