New Jersey State Police, New Jersey
End of Watch Monday, September 27, 1948
Add to My HeroesCharles Kopf
Trooper Charles Kopf was killed in an automobile crash at the intersection of Route 25 and Crosswicks Street in Hamilton Township.
He was en route to a crash investigation when he was struck by a tractor-trailer. The impact spun his patrol vehicle around and into a pole. He was thrown from the car and died instantly.
Trooper Kopf was a United States Navy Reserve veteran and had served with the New Jersey State Police for nine months. He was survived by his wife and parents.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 9 months
- Badge 905
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsTrooper Kopf,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of New Jersey. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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