Trooper John P. McCarthy, New Jersey State Police, New Jersey

Trooper John P. McCarthy

New Jersey State Police, New Jersey

End of Watch Saturday, September 25, 1982

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John P. McCarthy

Trooper John McCarthy was struck and killed by a vehicle on the New Jersey Turnpike.

Around 12:08 a.m., Trooper McCarthy and his partner were arresting a suspected drunk driver who crashed into a guardrail in the southbound lanes near the sports complex. Trooper McCarthy was walking to the left median when he was hit. He was transported to Riverside General Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

Trooper McCarthy had served with the New Jersey State Police for just over 4 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 27
Tour 4 years
Badge 3265

Incident Details

Cause Struck by vehicle

Impaired Driver, vehicle crash

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My forever young brother.
I look at your picture everyday, I see you in your son. I know you are watching over him. Your legacy lives on, you are so missed. Until we meet again know I am here and keeping you in my heart.

Billie

January 19, 2026