Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, May 8, 2004
Add to My HeroesKurt David Knapp
Trooper Kurt Knapp was killed in a vehicle crash on I-10 near Comfort, Texas.
He was driving eastbound on the interstate when his patrol car crossed the median and collided with a vehicle in the westbound lanes.
Trooper Knapp had served with the Texas Highway Patrol for five years. He is survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 5 years
- Badge 9578
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 168 ReflectionsTrooper Knapp,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Texas. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
May 8, 2024
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