Kansas City Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Saturday, December 27, 1941
Add to My HeroesRalph R. Miller
Patrolman Ralph Miller was involved in an accident while pursuing a speeding motorist.
Patrolman Miller had been a member of the Kansas City Police Department for 22 months, and is survived by his wife and son.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 1 year, 9 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Not available
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 70th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
December 27, 2011
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