San Jose Police Department, California
End of Watch Tuesday, June 14, 2016
Add to My HeroesMichael Jason Katherman
Police Officer Michael Katherman was killed in a motorcycle crash at the intersection of North 10th Street and Horning Street at approximately 4:20 pm.
He was on patrol in the area when another vehicle attempted to turn left in front of him, causing the collision. Witnesses to the crash performed CPR on Officer Katherman and used his radio to call for assistance. He was transported to Regional Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries.
Officer Katherman had served with the San Jose Police Department for 11 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 11 years
- Badge 3900
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
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