Madison Police Department, Mississippi
End of Watch Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Add to My HeroesJames Gering Brooks, Sr.
Senior Patrol Officer Jimmy Brooks was killed in a motorcycle accident while en route to police headquarters to pick up his department-issued motorcycle at approximately 6:40 am.
He was driving his personal motorcycle, but wearing his police uniform, when an excavator pulled into his path at the intersection of Highway 51 and Hoy Road which resulted in a collision. He was transported to University of Mississippi Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries.
Officer Brooks had served with the Madison Police Department for 10-1/2 years and had previously served with the Vicksburg Police Department for 21 years, including as its chief. He is survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 60
- Tour 31 years, 6 months
- Badge 257
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 21 ReflectionsSPO Brooks,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Madison. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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