Colorado State Patrol, Colorado
End of Watch Saturday, November 29, 1980
Add to My HeroesJames Kevin Farris
Trooper James Farris was killed in an automobile accident during a pursuit on I-70 near Frisco.
During the chase, Trooper Farris' vehicle went out of control and rolled over. Although he was wearing his seat belt, the force of the impact was so severe it caused fatal injuries. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Trooper Farris had served with the Colorado State Patrol for 15 months.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 1 year, 3 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Not available
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsI was with James and his wife as we were out for dinner the evening before this tragic accident. Not only did the State Patrol lose an outstanding Trooper, I lost one of my closest friends. Even though it has been 42 years, I still miss him.
Patrolman Bill Schoewe
Breckenridge Police Department
January 15, 2023
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