Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Monday, September 10, 1934
Add to My HeroesJames Andrew Seerey
First Sergeant James Seerey died after falling from his horse during a training exercise and mounted drill at Troop B Headquarters. While performing a hurdle-jump the horse struck the hurdle and Sergeant Seerey was thrown to the ground. He suffered a broken pelvis and succumbed to his injuries five days later.
Sergeant Seerey was a U.S Army veteran of WWI and had served with the Pennsylvania State Police for almost 15 years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 42
- Tour 14 years, 7 months
- Badge 1760
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Animal related
- Incident Date Wednesday, September 5, 1934
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsFirst Sergeant Seerey, rest in peace.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 28, 2021
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