California Department of Motor Vehicles - Office of Investigations, California
End of Watch Thursday, November 6, 1969
Add to My HeroesFrederick Herschel Montank
Investigator Montank was killed in an automobile accident while en route to an assignment in Van Nuys, California. His patrol car veered across the center line during rainy conditions and struck an oncoming vehicle.
Investigator Montank had been with the agency for ten years and was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 10 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsThinking of you today on the 55 year memorial of your tragic accident.
Continue to rest in peace Investigator Montank.
Elizabeth
Widow of Deputy Michael Haugen.
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