Kansas City Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Monday, February 19, 1934
Add to My HeroesJohn Ruffolo
Patrolman John Ruffolo was struck by a vehicle and seriously injured while investigating an accident in the area of 45th Street and Prospect Street.
He died from his injuries four months later.
Patrolman Ruffolo was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Kansas City Police Department for less than one year. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Sunday, October 22, 1933
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsPatrolman Ruffolo,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Navy during World War I.
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