South Dakota Highway Patrol, South Dakota
End of Watch Wednesday, March 12, 1980
Add to My HeroesSteven Eric Hoffman
Trooper Steven Hoffman was struck and killed by a truck during a traffic stop near Freeman, South Dakota.
Trooper Hoffman had served with the South Dakota Highway Patrol for two years. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
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