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Martin Parker Jr.

Died September 14, 1961

Martin Parker Jr. served in the U.S. Army.

How He Died
Manner Accident
Cause Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened

Policeman Martin Parker was killed in a motorcycle accident while in a high-speed pursuit. During the pursuit, he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into a vehicle turning in front of him. Investigators determined he was in pursuit of a vehicle because the red light on his motorcycle was still burning after the crash. Policeman Parker was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII who had served with the Los Angeles Police Department for nine years and previously served with the Las Vegas, Nevada, Police Department.

Survivors
He was survived by his wife and son.
Media
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Service Record
U.S. Army
Also Served
Los Angeles Police Department
Policeman
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 45W · Line 15 cut as MARTIN PARKER
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In tribute

I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.

Policeman Parker gave the Los Angeles Police Department 9 years.

Thank you for your service to the Los Angeles community, and for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, brother.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

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