Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, Louisiana
End of Watch Wednesday, March 2, 2005
Jim Robyn Bennet Matkin
Senior Agent Jim Matkin was killed in an automobile accident while on-duty.
He was patrolling Highway 565, near Wildsville, when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree shortly before 5:00 am. Agent Matkin was killed instantly in the collision. A passerby discovered the accident and reported it to the Concordia Parish Sheriff's Office.
Agent Matkin had served with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries for six years and was assigned to the Enforcement Division's Statewide Strike Force. He is survived by his stepson, parents, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 123 ReflectionsHappy Birthday in heaven little brother. Today you would have been 44 years old. I love you and miss you so very much!
Your big sister,
Mickey
Mickey White
Sister of Sr. Agent Jim Matkin
July 12, 2018
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