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Trooper Robert J. Prato | New Jersey State Police, New Jersey New Jersey State Police, New Jersey

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Robert J. Prato

New Jersey State Police, New Jersey

End of Watch: Tuesday, December 2, 1969

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 24

Tour: 1 year

Badge # 2353

Cause: Vehicular assault

Incident Date: 12/2/1969

Weapon: Automobile; Alcohol involved

Suspect: Apprehended

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Trooper Prato was killed in an automobile accident on I-295 in West Deptford Township. His patrol car was struck head-on by a vehicle driven by a drunk driver.

Trooper Prato had served with the agency for 13 months. He was survived by his wife and two sons.

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 42nd anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, PPD, eow 4/24/05
December 2, 2011

 

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