New Jersey Divison of Fish and Wildlife, New Jersey
End of Watch Sunday, August 24, 1924
Add to My HeroesLouis Baldwin
Fish Warden Louis Baldwin drowned while on patrol for violators in Swartswood Lake in Sussex County.
Officials started searching for him when he failed to return from the patrol. His boat was found floating in the lake the following day and his body was recovered three days later.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsWarden Baldwin,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of New Jersey.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
August 24, 2024
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