Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas
End of Watch Monday, November 15, 2010
Add to My HeroesJonathan Thomas McDonald
Trooper Jonathan McDonald was killed in an automobile crash on U.S. Highway 84 while responding to another accident near Post, Texas.
He was involved in a single-vehicle crash during the response.
Trooper McDonald had served with the Texas Highway Patrol for two years. He is survived by his wife, 7-month-old child, parents, and brother.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 2 years, 2 months
- Badge 5232
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 156 ReflectionsThank you for your sacrifice. I was a young rookie when I heard your story and because of it was more cautious while running code 3 .God bless your fam.
Former Police Officer I. Espinosa
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