Florida Highway Patrol, Florida
End of Watch Friday, June 9, 1989
Add to My HeroesBenedict James Thomas
Lieutenant Thomas was struck by a vehicle and killed while investigating an abandoned vehicle on I-75 in Tampa. He was walking back to his patrol car at the time.
Lieutenant Thomas had served with the Florida Highway Patrol for 11 years.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
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View all 16 Reflections33 years ago. Rest In Peace BJ
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