North Carolina Highway Patrol, North Carolina
End of Watch Wednesday, March 24, 2004
Add to My HeroesJoseph Wynford "Josh" Oliver
Trooper Josh Oliver succumbed to injuries sustained in an automobile crash on October 25th, 1999.
His patrol car struck a concrete bridge abutment on N.C. 742 north of Wadesboro in Anson County. He was airlifted from the crash scene and sustained serious injuries. He died from complications of the injuries on March 24th, 2004.
Trooper Oliver had served with the North Carolina Highway Patrol for six years. He is survived by his son.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Monday, October 25, 1999
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsTrooper Oliver,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of North Carolina. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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