Virginia State Police, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, April 25, 1975
Add to My HeroesClaude Everett Seymour
Investigator Claude Seymour was killed in an automobile crash on US Route 1 in Spotsylvania County around 5:00 p.m.
Investigator Seymour was in his unmarked patrol vehicle heading north in heavy rain when his vehicle collided head-on with another car. The other driver was also killed.
Investigator Seymour was a United States Army veteran of World War II and the Korean War and had served with the Virginia State Police for 28 years. He was survived by his wife, son, and sister.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 28 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsInvestigator Seymour,
On today, the 50th 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 during World War II and the Korean War. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
April 25, 2025
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