Patrolman Richard Owen Baker, Dayton Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Richard Owen Baker

Dayton Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Friday, November 5, 1965

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Richard Owen Baker

Patrolman Richard Baker succumbed to injuries sustained two days earlier when his motorcycle struck a tractor trailer that had pulled out in front of him at the intersection of South Main Street and Washington Street.

He was responding to a call when the collision occurred.

Patrolman Baker had served with the Dayton Police Department for six years. He was survived by his wife and five children.

Bio

Age 35
Tour 5 years, 6 months
Badge 290

Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash
Incident Date Wednesday, November 3, 1965

emergency response, motor officer

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Patrolman Baker,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Dayton. And to your Family and loved ones,I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 5, 2025