New York State Police, New York
End of Watch Saturday, November 21, 1970
Add to My HeroesJohn F. Cotter
Investigator Cotter was killed in an automobile accident on Route 17, in Sullivan County, while returning to the Middletown Station after testifying in a trial.
Investigator Cotter was assigned to the Middletown Bureau of Criminal Investigations.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsInvestigator Cotter,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of New York. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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