New Jersey State Police, New Jersey
End of Watch Sunday, May 5, 2024
Add to My HeroesMarcellus E. Bethea
Trooper II Marcellus Bethea collapsed and died while training at the Ewing Headquarters Division at 1040 River Road in Ewing Township.
Trooper Bethea was training to join Teams Unit One, the New Jersey State Police SWAT Team.
Trooper Bethea had served with the New Jersey State Police for eight years. He is survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 8 years
- Badge 7829
Incident Details
- Cause Duty related illness
Most Recent Reflection
View all 50 ReflectionsTrooper Bethea,
On today, the 1st 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. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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