Game Warden Charles W. Rider, Sr., Maryland Natural Resources Police, Maryland

Game Warden Charles W. Rider, Sr.

Maryland Natural Resources Police, Maryland

End of Watch Thursday, November 7, 1963

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Charles W. Rider, Sr.

Game Warden Charles Rider was killed in a three-car crash involving a wrong-way driver on US 50-301 north of Grasonville, Maryland.

The wrong-way driver was traveling north in the southbound lanes and struck a pickup truck that was passing the vehicle containing Game Warden Rider and another game warden. The impact forced the Game Wardens' vehicle off the road, crashing into an embankment. Game Warden Rider was transported to the Easton Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased from head injuries. The wrong-way driver died at the scene. The driver of the truck and the other game warden were treated for minor injuries and released from the hospital.

Game Warden Rider was a United States Army WWII veteran and had served with the Maryland Natural Resources Police for four years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, parents, sister, and two brothers.

Bio

Age 42
Tour 4 years
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

wrong-way driver

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I never met you Grandfather, but I bear your name and, in many ways, your resemblance and traits. I inherited your love for the outdoors, and your talent for music, as I play guitar as well. As an adult I unknowingly moved to a home no more than a mile from where you took your last breath. Its one of my greatest regrets that I never got to meet you, but I am oh so proud to be your grandson.

Charles W Rider III
Grandson

December 19, 2025