San Luis Obispo Police Department, California
End of Watch Saturday, November 18, 1944
Add to My HeroesVincent Eugene Munch
Traffic Officer Vincent Munch was killed when his police motorcycle collided with a fire truck at the intersection of Broad Street and Higuera Street as he responded to a fire call.
He was killed instantly in the collision.
Officer Munch had served with the San Luis Obispo Police Department for five years. He was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 5 years
- Badge 14
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsOfficer Munch,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of San Luis Obispo. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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