Patrolman Winston A. Culpepper, San Antonio Police Department, Texas

Patrolman Winston A. Culpepper

San Antonio Police Department, Texas

End of Watch Saturday, September 11, 1954

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Winston A. Culpepper

Patrolman Winston Culpepper was stuck by an automobile and killed while he and another officer investigated another fatal vehicle crash at the 3300 block of South West Military Drive.

Patrolman Culpepper and his partner were measuring skid marks on the road when a vehicle began to approach the area. Patrolman Culpepper's partner called out, "Look out, Culpepper, you're going to get hit." Patrolman Culpepper attempted to leap out of the way but was hit and dragged under the car and dragged 177 feet. He was transported to Santa Rosa Hospital where he died.

The driver was initially charged with negligent homicide, but charges were dropped.

Patrolman Culpepper was a United States Navy WWII veteran and had served with the San Antonio Police Department for two years. He was survived by his parents and siblings.

Bio

Age 32
Tour 2 years
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Struck by vehicle

accident investigation

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Patrolman Culpepper,
On today, the 70th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Navy during World War II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

September 11, 2024