Colorado Department of Natural Resources - Wildlife Division, Colorado
End of Watch Monday, September 3, 2001
Add to My HeroesPhilip K. Mason
Wildlife Manager Philip Mason was killed when a 1,000 pound rolled bail of hay, fell on him while it was being loaded into a truck. This occurred in the Gunnison State Wildlife Area.
The incident occurred at approximately 1800 hours, but was not discovered until almost 2230 hours.
Manager Mason was the most senior wildlife officer in the state, and had been with employed the Colorado Department of Natural Resources - Wildlife Division for 38 years.
He is survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 60
- Tour 38 years
- Badge 632
Incident Details
- Cause Accidental
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