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U.S. Navy · United States 
John Ruffolo
1934
John Ruffolo served the U.S. Navy.
How He Died
Manner
Accident
Cause
Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened
Patrolman John Ruffolo was struck by a vehicle and seriously injured while investigating an accident in the area of 45th Street and Prospect Street. He died from his injuries four months later. Patrolman Ruffolo was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Kansas City Police Department for less than one year.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife.
Service Record
U.S. Navy
Also Served
Kansas City Police Department
Patrolman
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August 2, 2026
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