Burbank Police Department, California
End of Watch Friday, September 22, 1961
Add to My HeroesRichard E. Kunkle
Officer Richard Kunkle was killed in a motorcycle accident while attempting to stop a traffic violator. Another vehicle pulled out of a side street and Officer Kunkle was forced to take evasive action. He was thrown to the ground and received severe injuries.
Officer Kunkle had been in law enforcement for a total of nine years. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 9 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Not available
- Offender Not available
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View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer Kunkle, to you, your daughter Rebecca and your entire family, rest in peace and always know that your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.
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