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Ralph Maple, a 27-year-old officer with the Colton Police Department in California, tragically lost his life on September 16, 1916. Officer Maple was responding to a report of an intoxicated individual causing a disturbance at the Santa Fe Depot. The suspect, who was armed and threatening others, was identified as Fred Watts. Officer Maple attempted to disarm Watts, leading to a fatal exchange of gunfire. Despite his efforts, Officer Maple was fatally wounded and succumbed to his injuries shortl ...Read More
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Ralph Maple
Male
Colton
CA
1916-09-16
27
Ralph
Maple
11/11/2025
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Has anyone else looked into the community's reactions after Officer Maple's tragic death? I've been ... ...Read More
09/26/2023
09/26/2023
Has anyone looked into the community's reaction to Fred Watts' release in 1923? It must have been in... ...Read More
02/23/2023
02/23/2023
