New York State Environmental Conservation Police, New York
End of Watch Saturday, June 24, 1961
Add to My HeroesBenning De La Mater
Game Protector De La Mater drowned when his boat capsized while patrolling the Hudson river near Federal Dam in Albany County.
Game Protector De La Mater had been with the agency for 12 years.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 12 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
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