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Walter H. Kesterson
End of watch — Monday, February 4, 1946
- Rank
- Policeman
- Serial number
- 1125
- Division
- Metropolitan
- Location
- N/W/C 43rd and Avalon Blvd.
- Cause of death
- Shot by Robbery Suspect
Policeman Kesterson was shot and killed by two suspects after he and his partner responded to a robbery call. Both suspects were shot and killed by Policeman Kesterson after he was shot. The two men were wanted for the January 31, 1946, murder of Officer Richard Pennington, of the Vernon Police Department. Officer Pennington was shot and killed after arresting the two men for leading him on a vehicle chase.
Record published by the Los Angeles Police Department. View the source
Whether this name is engraved on the wall today has not yet been confirmed against the foundation’s roster.