New Jersey State Police, New Jersey
End of Watch Tuesday, December 2, 1969
Robert J. Prato
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.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 1 year
- Badge 2353
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Apprehended
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