Michigan State Police, Michigan
End of Watch Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Add to My HeroesJeffrey James Werda
Trooper Jeffrey Werda was killed in an automobile accident while responding to assist Saginaw County deputies who were involved in a pursuit at approximately 1:30 am.
Several minutes after he notified dispatchers he was responding to assist, a motorist called 911 to report finding a crashed patrol car on Birch Run Road, just west of Moorish Road in Birch Run Township. Trooper Werda's patrol car had rolled over several times and he was ejected from the vehicle.
He was transported to Covenant HealthCare Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Trooper Werda had served with the Michigan State Police for 11 years.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 11 years
- Badge 482
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 240 ReflectionsTrooper Jeffrey James Werda will always be remembered for his dedication to duty, and his devotion to help his brothers and sisters in his LEO family. Trooper Werda will always be remembered for his professionalism. RIP sir.
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