New Jersey State Police, New Jersey
End of Watch Tuesday, February 19, 1935
Add to My HeroesJames Scotland
Trooper James Scotland succumbed to injuries he received in a vehicle crash on February 14, 1935.
Trooper Scotland and another trooper were traveling on Route 39 (current-day Route 206) near Rising Sun Road when a vehicle struck them head-on during heavy rain and fog. The troopers were transported to Mercer Hospital. The other trooper suffered a broken foot. Trooper Scotland died from his internal injuries four days later.
He was a United States Coast Artillery WWI veteran and had served with the New Jersey State Police for almost four years. He was survived by his wife, parents, three brothers, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 37
- Tour 3 years, 10 months
- Badge 594
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Friday, February 15, 1935
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsTrooper Scotland,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army Coast Artillery during World War I. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
February 19, 2025
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