Alaska State Troopers, Alaska
End of Watch Wednesday, December 11, 1974
Add to My HeroesFrank Stuart Rodman
Trooper Frank Rodman and Trooper Larry Carr were killed in a commercial aircraft accident while transporting the body of a drowning victim to their district headquarters.
The plane was approximately ten minutes from landing when it crashed into the ocean for unknown reasons. Only two bodies were ever recovered from the aircraft due to the location of the accident.
Trooper Rodman had served with the Alaska State Troopers for two months and previously served with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game and with the Kodiak Police Department. He was survived by his wife, daughter, two stepsons, mother, and sister.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 2 years, 4 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsTrooper Rodman,
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 Alaska. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
December 11, 2024
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