St. Louis County Sheriff's Office, Missouri
End of Watch Sunday, March 21, 1943
Add to My HeroesFred Douglas Slaten
Deputy Sheriff Fred Slaten was killed in a vehicle crash at the intersection of Milwaukee Street and Saratoga Street in Meacham Park while responding to assist other officers who had responded to a fight in a tavern.
He was ejected from the patrol car and suffered fatal head injuries.
Deputy Slaten was a widow and was survived by his two children.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Slaten,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of St. Louis County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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