Huntsville Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Monday, July 23, 1962
Add to My HeroesCharles E. Drake, Jr.
Police Officer Charles Drake was killed in a motorcycle accident while responding to another accident on Highway 72. He was driving on Jordan Lane when another vehicle turned in front of him, causing a collision.
Officer Drake had served with the agency for 3 years. He was survived by his expectant wife and child.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Not available
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