New Jersey State Police, New Jersey
End of Watch Monday, November 29, 1971
Add to My HeroesRobert Joseph Merenda
Trooper Merenda was struck by a vehicle and killed on the New Jersey Turnpike while on duty in Woolwick Township. He was struck as he made a traffic stop of a speeding motorist.
Trooper Merenda had served with the agency for almost three years. He was survived by his wife and two young sons.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 2 years, 9 months
- Badge 2393
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 40th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, PPD, eow 4/24/05
November 29, 2011
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