Washington State Patrol, Washington
End of Watch Friday, May 31, 2013
Add to My HeroesSean Michael O'Connell, Jr.
Trooper Sean O'Connell was killed when his motorcycle was struck by another vehicle as he controlled traffic in Conway, Washington.
He was struck near the intersection of Fir Island Road and Main Street and knocked to the ground at approximately 5:45 pm. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Trooper O'Connell was a U.S. Navy veteran and had served with the Washington State Patrol for 15 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.
In July 2013, Skagit Bridge was renamed to Trooper Sean M. O'Connell Jr. Memorial Bridge.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 15 years
- Badge 1076
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 225 ReflectionsRest in heavenly peace on this your 7 anniversary in heaven
Mark Mottola
May 31, 2020
Recent LODD Deaths
Police Officer William Kasberg
San Antonio Police Department, TX
EOW: December 10, 2024
Police Officer Jacob Candanoza
Terrell Police Department, TX
EOW: December 9, 2024
Detective Allan Reddins
Oak Park Police Department, IL
EOW: November 29, 2024
Police Officer Jesse Branch
Red Lake Nation Police Department, TR
EOW: November 27, 2024
Assistant Special Agent in Charge Joseph Love
United States Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Homeland Security Investigations, US
EOW: October 19, 2024
Police Officer Cooper Dawson
Greenville Police Department, TX
EOW: November 26, 2024
Deputy Sheriff Ignacio "Dan" Diaz
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, FL
EOW: November 25, 2024
Deputy Constable Katherine Hutson
Harris County Constable's Office - Precinct 5, TX
EOW: November 22, 2024
Major Michelle Lynn Quintero
Madison County Sheriff's Office, NC
EOW: September 27, 2024