Harold Emmerson Klinkefus

Patrolman

Patrolman Harold Klinkefus was killed in an automobile accident when his cruiser was struck by a tractor trailer on US 34 near Red Oak.

Another car attempted to turn left and the truck attempted to stop suddenly in order to avoid a collision. The truck jack-knifed and struck the side of Patrolman Klinkefus’ car, causing him to be ejected.

Patrolman Klinkefus had served with the Iowa State Patrol for six years.

Iowa State Patrol

End of Watch: May. 18, 1949

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