Colorado Department of Corrections, Colorado
End of Watch Monday, August 15, 1994
Add to My HeroesMarc A. Perse
Sergeant Marc Perse was killed when he fell 90 feet from a repelling tower during training for the Special Operations Response Team.
He and other instructors were preparing for a class they were teaching at the United States Air Force Academy when he fell from the climbing tower in the fieldhouse.
Sergeant Perse had served with the Colorado Department of Corrections for 3-1/2 years and was assigned to the Territorial Correctional Facility. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 3 years, 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fall
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsSgt. Perse,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Colorado. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections Officer.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
August 15, 2024
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