Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas
End of Watch Wednesday, September 4, 1940
Add to My HeroesDavid A. McGonagill
Patrolman David McGonagill was killed when he was struck by lightning while riding his motorcycle on patrol.
The officer had served with the Texas Department of Public Safety for two years.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Weather/Natural disaster
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsMay God bless you and your family. So young and such a short but honorable life.
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