Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Sunday, June 4, 1944
Add to My HeroesJohn E. Zeh
Officer Zeh succumbed to head injuries sustained the previous day when he was involved in a motorcycle crash at 7:50 p.m. at the intersection of Michigan and Trumbull while on patrol.
Officer Zeh had served with the Detroit Police Department for 6 years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Saturday, June 3, 1944
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsOfficer Zeh,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Detroit. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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