Marshal Dale A. Perry, St. Helens Police Department, Oregon

Marshal Dale A. Perry

St. Helens Police Department, Oregon

End of Watch Saturday, November 22, 1924

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Dale A. Perry

Marshal Dale Perry was killed in a motorcycle crash on Columbia Boulevard during a period of fog at 7:00 p.m.

He lost control of his motorcycle and struck a utility pole. It was believed he was attempting to stop a vehicle at the time. He was transported to the Good Samaritan Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries the next day.

Marshal Perry had only served with the St. Helens Police Department for 11 months and was the city's only police officer. He was survived by his wife and two sons.

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Age 29
Tour 11 months
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Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash

weather, motor officer

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Marshal Perry,
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 St. Helens.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 22, 2024