Santa Monica Police Department, California
End of Watch Wednesday, November 2, 1960
Add to My HeroesDavid L. Kohler
Officer David Kohler was killed in a motorcycle crash when a car pulled out in front of him at the intersection of Cloverfield Boulevard and Michigan Avenue while he was on patrol.
Officer Kohler had served with the Santa Monica Police Department for four years. He was survived by his wife, three children, and parents.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsMotor Office #5 was my father. He loved his profession and was always looking to make the lives of all SMPD officers better. One of his fellow officers said of him, "You always felt better when Officer Kohler pulled up on an incident because, while he was a big man, he was also a peace maker." He was only 29 years old and had his entire life (which he loved) in front of him.
I still miss him ....
David Kohler
Son
August 28, 2024
