Pennsylvania State Highway Patrol, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Wednesday, August 29, 1928
Add to My HeroesJames Fenton "Jay" Proof
Patrolman Jay Proof was killed while attempting to apprehend a speeding motorist on Route 826, Jackson Township, Tioga County. Patrolman Proof lost control of his motorcycle and struck a bridge abutment. He died the next day from his injuries.
Patrolman Proof was a U.S Army veteran of WWI and had served with the Pennsylvania State Highway Patrol for a year and a half. He was survived by his parents.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 1 year, 6 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Incident Date Tuesday, August 28, 1928
- Weapon Not available
- Offender Not available
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