New York State Police, New York
End of Watch Thursday, March 19, 1981
Add to My HeroesThomas L. Buck
Investigator Buck succumbed to hepatitis which he contracted in 1971 when he punctured with a hypodermic needle which he was confiscating. He was diagnosed with the illness in 1972 and his health began to deteriorate until his death.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Duty related illness
- Incident Date Monday, November 29, 1971
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsRest in peace.
J.R.
March 19, 2024
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