Deputy Sheriff Ralph Floyd Peckham, Bennington County Sheriff's Department, Vermont

Deputy Sheriff Ralph Floyd Peckham

Bennington County Sheriff's Department, Vermont

End of Watch Monday, May 27, 1935

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Ralph Floyd Peckham

Deputy Sheriff Ralph Peckham was killed in a motorcycle crash while pursuing a speeding vehicle in North Bennington, two miles east of the New York state line.

He was transported to a local hospital after the crash and died two days later.

Deputy Peckham had served with the Bennington County Sheriff's Department for two weeks. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 28
Tour 2 weeks
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit
Incident Date Saturday, May 25, 1935
Weapon Automobile
Offender Not available

vehicle pursuit

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Deputy Peckham, it has been 88 years since you were taken from us. Northern New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your 2 weeks of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

May 27, 2024