Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railroad Police Department, Railroad Police
End of Watch Thursday, August 25, 1904
Add to My HeroesAustin E. Pate
Railroad Detective Austin Pate was struck and killed by a train while patrolling the rail yards in Toledo, Ohio.
He was taken to St. Vincent's Hospital where he died one hour later after both legs and an arm were amputated.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
- Location Ohio
Most Recent Reflection
View all 2 ReflectionsDet. Pate,
On today, the 121st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice as a Law Enforcement Officer.
BPA Mike Casey
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