Trooper Carlos M. Negron
New Jersey State Police
New Jersey

End of Watch: Monday, May 7, 1984
Cause: Gunfire

Biographical Info
Age: 29
Tour of Duty: 2 years
Badge Number: 3656

Trooper Negron was shot and killed when he stopped to assist what he believed was a disabled vehicle on the New Jersey Turnpike. The occupants of the vehicle opened fire on him, fatally wounding him.

Both suspects fled the scene but were both killed in a crash as other officers pursued them.

Trooper Negron had served with the agency for 2 years. He was survived by his wife, son, parents, and siblings.

 
Photograph: Trooper Carlos M. Negron

Patch image: New Jersey State Police, New Jersey

Visit Trooper Negron's memorial at www.ODMP.org