Mississippi Department of Public Safety - Mississippi Highway Patrol, Mississippi
End of Watch Friday, July 28, 1989
Add to My HeroesTommie Earl Owens
Trooper Tommie Owens was killed when his patrol car was struck by a freight train while on patrol in Lowndes County, Mississippi. He had just reported in for duty when the accident occurred.
Trooper Owens was assigned to Troop G and had served with the Mississippi Highway Patrol for two years.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 2 years
- Badge G-27
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
Most Recent Reflection
View all 33 ReflectionsGone but not forgotten. Your sacrifices will always be remembered. RIP Brother
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