Died of injuries, received in pedestrian accident, near the Kempton Park Commando HQ. He was on duty at the Unit and was assisting at a vehicle accident near the Unit. He was run over by another vehicle at the accident scene
DFC LG 15 February 1946 pg. 962 - "In recognition of gallantry and devotion to duty in the execution of air operations"; MID LG Sup 1 January 1946 pg. 129