Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, May 14, 1995
Add to My HeroesTimothy Wade McDermott
Trooper Timothy McDermott was killed in an automobile crash while he was traveling on U.S. 79 near Hearn en route to teach a firearms class.
Trooper McDermott had served with the Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol for 17.5 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and son.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 17 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 24 ReflectionsRest in peace Timothy
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