Metropolitan Police Department, District of Columbia
End of Watch Tuesday, December 10, 1929
Add to My HeroesRoss H. Kaylor
Officer Ross Kaylor was killed when his motorcycle struck a streetcar on C Street, NE, while he was chasing a whiskey runner.
He sustained major head injuries and died at the scene.
Officer Kaylor was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of WWI and is buried in Arlington National Cemetery.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by streetcar
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsThank you for your service Sir. It is a huge honor to be married to your great grandson who was given your name and to have given our own son your middle name. We are thankful to have learned about your brave sacrifice in the line of duty. Rest In Peace.
Wesley Anne
Wife of Great Grandson Ross J. Kaylor and mum of Arlo H. Kaylor
August 30, 2020
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