Ventura County Sheriff's Office, California
End of Watch Saturday, October 25, 1975
Add to My HeroesThomas Kenneth Collins
Sergeant Thomas Collins was killed in an aircraft accident when the helicopter he was piloting crashed into the Santa Clara River bed after striking high-tension power lines near the Olivas Park Golf Course.
Sergeant Collins had served with the Ventura County Sheriff's Office for four years and had previously served with the Los Angeles Police Department. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsSgt. Collins,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Ventura County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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