California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Tuesday, September 30, 1952
Add to My HeroesRalph A. Vargas
Officer Vargas was killed in a motorcycle accident while on patrol in a residential area. Another vehicle suddenly turned in front of him, causing a collision.
Officer Vargas had served with the agency for 2 years.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 553
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
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Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
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