Pennsylvania State Highway Patrol, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Friday, December 11, 1931
Add to My HeroesOrville A. Mohring
Patrolman Mohring was injured while on patrol when he was struck by a motor vehicle. The accident occurred at the intersection of 57th and Whitby Streets, Philadelphia. Patrolman Mohring was thrown from his motorcycle and seriously injured. He was taken to the Hospital where he died three days later. The driver of the vehicle that struck Patrolman Mohring was charged with involuntary manslaughter.
Patrolman Mohring had been with the agency for two and a half years and was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 2 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Incident Date Tuesday, December 8, 1931
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Charged with involuntary manslaughter
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