California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Friday, January 24, 1958
Add to My HeroesCamile Edward Madere, Jr.
Officer Camile Madere was killed when his motorcycle struck a tractor-trailer while he was on patrol at Katella Avenue west of State Route 39 in Stanton.
The truck pulled out in front of him, causing him to slide under the truck. He was killed instantly.
Officer Madere was a United States Army World War II veteran and served with the California Highway Patrol. He was survived by his wife, five children, and parents.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 24 ReflectionsOfficer Madere,
On today, the 67th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during World War II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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