Tennessee Highway Patrol, Tennessee
End of Watch Sunday, October 3, 1999
Add to My HeroesJames David Perry
Sergeant James Perry suffered a fatal heart attack while in a foot pursuit of a man suspected in an earlier assault on an officer in Ardmore, Tennessee. He was pronounced dead at a local hospital in Alabama after being flown there.
Sergeant Perry had served with the Tennessee Highway Patrol for 23 years. He was survived by his wife and two sons.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 23 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsSgt. Perry,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Tennessee. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
October 3, 2024
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