Patrolman Gerald D. Pickett, Des Moines Police Department, Iowa

Patrolman Gerald D. Pickett

Des Moines Police Department, Iowa

End of Watch Thursday, September 24, 1925

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Gerald D. Pickett

Patrolman Gerald Pickett was killed in a motorcycle accident while on routine patrol. As he approahced an intersection, a sand truck turned directly in front of him. Patrolman Pickett struck the truck and sustained severe head and internal injuries. He succumbed to his injuries later in the evening.

Patrolman Pickett had served with the Des Moines Police Department for two years.

Bio

Age Not available
Tour 2 years
Badge 228

Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash

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Patrolman Pickett,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Des Moines.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 24, 2025