United States Department of the Treasury - United States Secret Service, U.S. Government
End of Watch Tuesday, October 20, 1992
Add to My HeroesJames Steven Collins
Assistant Special Agent in Charge James Collins suffered a fatal heart attack while serving as the protective detail leader for Vice Presidential candidate James Stockdale.
He suffered a fatal heart attack and collapsed as the motorcade was preparing to leave the Los Angeles International Airport in California.
ASAC Collins had served with the United States Secret Service for 17 years. He is survived by his two children.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Location California
Most Recent Reflection
View all 1 ReflectionsJames,
On today, the 25th 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.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
October 20, 2017
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