Trooper Robert J. Prato
New Jersey State Police
New Jersey
End of Watch: Tuesday, December 2, 1969

Biographical Info
Age: 24
Tour of Duty: 1 year
Badge Number: 2353

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Vehicular assault
Date of Incident: Tuesday, December 2, 1969
Weapon Used: Automobile; Alcohol involved
Suspect Info: Apprehended

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.