Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas
End of Watch Friday, January 20, 2006
Matthew DeWayne Myrick
Trooper Matthew Myrick was killed in an automobile accident while responding to an accident call in Deaf Smith County.
He was responding on FM 1259, in Hereford, when his patrol car left the roadway at Main Street and struck a concrete culvert. The patrol car burst into flames upon impact.
Trooper Myrick had served with the Texas Highway Patrol for 2 years. He also served with the US Naval Armed Forces from 1989 to 1991. He is survived by his wife, four children, parents, and sister.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 11425
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 237 ReflectionsTen years ago today. Matt I will always remember you and this day. Wish we could see each other at in service next week and talk about the academy and our families. Prayers for your family today and always. Rest easy brother!
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