Trooper Thomas J. Hanratty

Trooper Thomas J. Hanratty

New Jersey State Police, New Jersey

End of Watch Thursday, April 2, 1992

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Thomas J. Hanratty

Trooper Thomas Hanratty was struck and killed by a vehicle while conducting a traffic stop on Route 78 in Union County.

He was returning to his car when he was struck by a passing vehicle.

Trooper Hanratty had served with the New Jersey State Police for three years. He was survived by his parents and two brothers.

Bio

  • Age 24
  • Tour 3 years, 1 month
  • Badge 4971

Incident Details

  • Cause Struck by vehicle

traffic stop

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