California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Monday, March 5, 1934
Add to My HeroesOscar D. McMurry
Officer McMurry succumbed to injuries received in a motorcycle accident several months before. The exact date of the accident is not known. He was responding to the scene of an accident at night time when the headlight on his bike suddenly went out. He lost control in the darkness. He required several months of treatment and succumbed to his injuries after a second operation.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Monday, January 1, 1934
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer McMurry,
On today, the 90th 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.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
March 5, 2024
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