North Carolina Highway Patrol, North Carolina
End of Watch Friday, March 27, 2020
Add to My HeroesNolan 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
Most Recent Reflection
View all 142 ReflectionsOur lives are not the same since you left us. We miss you more than words could express, but we know we will see you again! Thanks be to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!
Angie Sanders
Mother
May 15, 2024
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