Trooper Francis R. O'Brien, New Jersey State Police, New Jersey

Trooper Francis R. O'Brien

New Jersey State Police, New Jersey

End of Watch Monday, November 27, 1944

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Francis R. O'Brien

Trooper Francis O'Brien succumbed to internal injuries sustained while rescuing a small child from a burning house on West Main Street in Millville on August 6, 1935.

During the rescue attempt, both he and the child were exposed to severe smoke. The baby died while en route to the hospital.

Trooper O'Brien suffered severe damage to his lungs and was forced to medically retire in 1941. He died as a result of a severe lung attack on November 27, 1944.

He received the Medal of Valor for his heroic actions.

Trooper O'Brien had served with the New Jersey State Police for ten years. He was survived by his wife and child.

Bio

Age 36
Tour 10 years, 1 month
Badge 592

Incident Details

Cause Fire
Incident Date Tuesday, August 6, 1935

fire, motor officer, rescue

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Trooper O’Brien,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Nee Jersey. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 27, 2024