Investigator Russell L. Stapp

Investigator Russell L. Stapp | United States Department of Justice - Immigration and Naturalization Service - Investigations, U.S. Government
United States Department of Justice - Immigration and Naturalization Service - Investigations, U.S. Government
Investigator Russell L. Stapp

United States Department of Justice - Immigration and Naturalization Service - Investigations, U.S. Government

End of Watch Tuesday, August 10, 1954

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Russell L. Stapp

Investigator Russell Stapp was killed in an automobile accident in Imperial County, California, while on temporary assignment from his regular office in New York.

His vehicle overturned on a dirt road one mile east of Drop Five on the All American Canal, near Calexico. He was pinned inside of the vehicle and was found dead when rescuers arrived at the scene.

Investigator Stapp was survived by his wife and stepson.

Bio

  • Age 38
  • Tour Not available
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Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash
  • Location California
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Investigator Stap,
On today, the 70th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

August 10, 2024

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