California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Sunday, August 25, 1974
Add to My HeroesKeith M. Giles
Officer Giles was struck by a vehicle and killed while talking with the driver of a car he had stopped at approximately 0200 hours. The driver of the vehicle that struck him had fallen asleep at the wheel.
Officer Giles had been with the agency for four years.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 7403
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsOfficer Giles,
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 the state of California. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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