Customs inspector who was slain while performing a routine check on a vehicle entering the United States from British Columbia. Canada. on May 24. 1979. Mr. Ward was the 31st Customs officer to be killed in the line of duty. Kenneth Ward was hardworking and dedicated. exemplifying the best qualities of Federal service. Mr. Ward. known to his fellow officers as Gerry. was described by them as topnotch and top of the line. Previous to serving 8 years with the Customs Service. Ward was with the Border Patrol of the Immigration and Naturalization Service. He also served his country in the U.S. Army.
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