Trooper Nolan James Sanders, North Carolina Highway Patrol, North Carolina

Trooper Nolan James Sanders

North Carolina Highway Patrol, North Carolina

End of Watch Friday, March 27, 2020

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Nolan James Sanders

Trooper Nolan Sanders was killed in a single-vehicle crash on I-795 near exit 22 at mile marker 19 in the Pikeville area of Wayne County, at 7:17 pm.

His patrol car left the roadway and struck a concrete culvert before landing on its side. Trooper Sanders suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene.

Trooper Sanders had served with the North Carolina Highway Patrol for five years and was assigned to Troop C, District 2. He is survived by his wife and daughter.

Bio

Age 28
Tour 5 years
Badge C240

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

routine driving, single vehicle crash

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Trooper Sanders,
On today, the 5th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of North Carolina. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 27, 2025