New York State Police, New York
End of Watch Thursday, May 8, 1986
Add to My HeroesArthur Anthony Scarafile
Sergeant Arthur Scarafile was killed when a dump truck loaded with 18 tons of gravel lost its steering and braking power and hit his patrol car head-on on Higby Road in Utica.
Sergeant Scarafile had served with the New York State Police for 28 years and served as Station Commander of the Thruway Detail.
Bio
- Age 51
- Tour 28 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 28 ReflectionsNever to be forgotten. Sgt. S/C Arthur Scarafile was a fine and decent person.
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