New York State Police, New York
End of Watch Saturday, September 26, 1925
Add to My HeroesPhillip E. Gonterman
Trooper Phillip Gonterman was killed when his motorcycle struck a tree at the intersection of Jefferson and Hubble Streets in the Village of Pulaski.
Trooper Gonterman was attempting to overtake a stolen vehicle when a second car pulled from a side street into his path. He swerved his motorcycle to avoid the car, lost control and crashed.
Trooper Gonterman was a United States Army and Navy veteran and had served with the New York State Police for over a year. He was survived by his mother and sister.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 1 year, 6 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsRest in peace.
J.R.
September 25, 2024
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