Tulsa Police Department, Oklahoma
End of Watch Wednesday, October 11, 1944
Add to My HeroesWalter C. Busch, Sr.
Officer Walter Busch was killed in a motorcycle accident when he collided with a car at 17th Street and Quanah Avenue while chasing a speeder.
He was transported to St. Johns Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Officer Busch has served with the Tulsa Police Department for six years. He was survived by his wife, three sons, daughter, and brother.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Incident Date Tuesday, October 10, 1944
- Weapon Not available
- Offender Not available
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