Upper Merion Township Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Tuesday, March 4, 1975
Add to My HeroesMichael Joseph Saulin
Patrolman Michael Saulin was killed in an automobile crash in King of Prussia while responding to assist another officer.
The police vehicle that Patrolman Saulin was operating struck a tree on South Henderson Road near Shoemaker Road.
Patrolman Saulin had served with the Upper Merion Township Police Department for seven months. He was survived by his wife and his son, born two months later.
He was buried in Bridgeton, New Jersey.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 7 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsPatrolman Saulin,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Upper Merion Township. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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