Florida Highway Patrol, Florida
End of Watch Saturday, May 15, 2010
Add to My HeroesPatrick Ambroise
Trooper Patrick Ambroise was killed when his patrol car was struck from behind while he was stopped on the shoulder of the Florida Turnpike, near Okeechobee Road.
A vehicle being driven on the turnpike suddenly veered onto the shoulder and struck Trooper Ambroise's 2006 Crown Victoria from behind, causing it to burst into flames, and trapping him inside.
The driver of the vehicle that caused the crash was seriously injured.
Trooper Ambroise had served with the Florida Highway Patrol for four years. He is survived by his wife, two young daughters, mother, and five siblings.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 4 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
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