Union Pacific Railroad Police Department, Railroad Police
End of Watch Saturday, October 14, 1933
Add to My HeroesRalph Ransom Taylor
Special Agent Ralph Taylor fell and was run over by rail cars while patrolling the Albina Yard in Portland, Oregon.
Both of his legs were severed and he succumbed to his injuries four hours later.
Special Agent Taylor was survived by his wife and son.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
- Location Oregon
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsTo fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 80th anniversary of your death. I am privileged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.
Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05
October 14, 2013
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