Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, April 5, 1942
Add to My HeroesRoger Q. Harriss, Jr.
Patrolman Harriss was killed when a truck struck his patrol motorcycle.
Patrolman Harriss had been with the Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Highway Patrol for six months. He was survived by his wife and three sons.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Friday, April 3, 1942
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsPatrolman Harriss,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Texas. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
April 5, 2022
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