Trooper Thomas L. Pryme, New York State Police, New York

Trooper Thomas L. Pryme

New York State Police, New York

End of Watch Saturday, July 24, 1982

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Thomas L. Pryme

Trooper Thomas Pryme was killed when his patrol car was struck head-on by a drunk driver.

He had just finished his shift and was returning home in his patrol car when the incident occurred.

The 23-year-old subject was convicted of criminally negligent homicide and sentenced to 9 months in jail.

Trooper Pryme was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the New York State Police for 11 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 35
Tour 11 years
Badge 3414
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Sentenced to 9 months

Impaired Driver

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I never had the privilege of meeting my grandfather, but I look at his photograph every day with admiration and awe of his sacrifice. I see him in his two children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. I sometimes catch glimpses of his smile in mine, and wish that I could share about our lives with him and see his smile in person. It brings me great comfort knowing that he and his wife are together again in the great beyond, and I know I will one day have the honor of meeting them there.
Reading everyone's reflections about my grandfather has helped me put together an even greater picture of his character and how it shaped my family. The Pryme family is resilient, strong in conviction, and loving beyond comparison. I am honored to call Trooper Pryme my blood, and I look forward to revisiting his memorial site in the years to come.
I love you, Grandpa <3

Laurel Oswald
Granddaughter of Thomas L. Pryme, Daughter of Karen Pryme

August 4, 2025