Trooper Simmie L. Jeffries, Alabama Department of Public Safety, Alabama

Trooper Simmie L. Jeffries

Alabama Department of Public Safety, Alabama

End of Watch Friday, December 21, 1984

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Simmie L. Jeffries

Trooper Semmie Jeffries was killed in an accident when his patrol car collided with a tractor-trailer at the interchange of U.S. 72 and I-65.

Trooper Jefferies was pursuing a suspect when a trailer attempted to turn onto U.S. 72.

Trooper Jeffries had served with the Alabama Department of Public Safety and served with the Decatur trooper post for almost two years. He was survived by his daughter.

In 2014, the U.S. 72 bridge over Interstate 65 was named State Trooper Simmie Jefferies Memorial Bridge in honor of Trooper Simmie Jeffries.

Bio

Age 22
Tour 2 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

accident, vehicle pursuit

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Today is the 41st anniversary of your death and as I do yearly, I want to acknowledge it with a reflection. The other day my mother and I were talking about your favorite music. She also told me about your favorite stores to shop at and the items that you bought.

I am always fascinated to learn about you during your formative years because I can see the similarities in our interests and behaviors. I also received another heartfelt card from the C.O.P.S organization acknowledging your service and memory. It is beautiful to see more people honoring you.

As always we miss and love you forever!

Jamillah Stewart

December 21, 2025