Keith Woodrow
Scotland-born police constable; Senior Superintendent, Hong Kong Police
About Keith Woodrow
Lived 1927 – 1997 (aged 70). Keith Woodrow was a police officer.
Keith Woodrow (27 August 1927 – 27 December 1997) was a Scottish native who rose from being a former constable in Argyllshire in 1954 to Senior Superintendent of the colonial Royal Hong Kong Police Force at the time of his retirement in 1975.
Career
In tribute to Woodrow's more than two decades of service in Hong Kong, which ended with his retirement in 1975 as Senior Superintendent, he was awarded the Colonial Police Long Service Medal and 1st Clasp, and was commended by the Commissioner of Police on several occasions.
Death
Woodrow return to Scotland after his police career in Hong Kong. He died suddenly at the end of 1997 in Edinburgh, Scotland, aged 70. His funeral took place at Kirn Parish Church, Dunoon, and he was buried in Kilmun Cemetery. He was survived by his wife, Morag.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Keith Woodrow?
Scotland-born police constable; Senior Superintendent, Hong Kong Police (1927-1997)
When was Keith Woodrow born?
Keith Woodrow was born on 27 August 1927.
When did Keith Woodrow die?
Keith Woodrow died on 27 December 1997.
What was Keith Woodrow's occupation?
Keith Woodrow was a police officer.
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