California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Monday, January 12, 1942
Add to My HeroesRobert C. Heller
Officer Heller was killed when his motorcycle was struck by a car that failed to stop at an intersection. He had been with the agency for only five months.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 5 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsSemper Fi Motorman. Your career was short but you served with HONOR. Being a motor officer is the utmost honor a member of the law enforcement profession can have. You would be proud of all that has followed you over the years. We have all performed with honor and respect for all our brothers and sisters who have had the honor to ride for the Blue and Gold. God bless you and your family. You will never be forgotten.
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