Florence Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Thursday, April 15, 1965
Add to My HeroesWalter J. Kotch
Patrolman Walter Kotch was killed in an automobile accident when his patrol car was struck on the driver's side door while he was escorting a funeral procession.
Patrolman Kotch had served with the Florence Police Department for six years. He was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 6 years
- Badge 4005
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsPatrolman Kotch,
Thank you for your service. You may be gone, but you are never forgotten. We honor you today, as we have done in the past, and we will continue to honor you in the future.
FOP Lodge #210
Florence Twp Police
May 18, 2018
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