Trooper Donald A. Strand

Trooper Donald A. Strand

New York State Police, New York

End of Watch Wednesday, September 28, 1960

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Donald A. Strand

Trooper Donald Strand succumbed to injuries sustained in an automobile accident 16 days earlier while reporting to the Bridgehampton Station during Hurricane Donna.

He was off duty when he received word that, due to the pending storm, all leave had been canceled, and he was ordered to report to duty. He was driving to the police barracks when his vehicle was struck head-on by another car on North Sea Road in Southampton, New York. The other driver died at the scene.

Trooper Strand was survived by his wife and 7-month old daughter.

Bio

  • Age 27
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash
  • Incident Date Monday, September 12, 1960

automobile accident, weather

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In honoring our current heroes we must never forget our heroes in the past. Trooper Strand's past will never be forgotten and will continue to be remembered and honored for his service and sacrifice. Rest in Peace Trooper Strand.

Anthony McLea

September 18, 2022

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