Mississippi Department of Public Safety - Highway Patrol, Mississippi
End of Watch Friday, October 28, 1988
Ralph R. Newell
Sergeant Newell was killed when his patrol car struck the back of a tractor trailer which was crossing the highway while driving en route to Jackson, Mississippi, on Highway 49. Low visibility due to fog was a contributing factor in the accident.
Sergeant Newell was assigned to Troop J and had served with the agency for 22 years. He was survived by his wife and two stepsons.
A portion of Highway 49, in Covington County, was dedicated to Staff Sergeant Newell on October 18, 2007.
Bio
- Age 48
- Tour 22 years
- Badge U-3
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsDrove on Hwy 49 today. Observed Staff Sgt Newell's memorial sign. To the family of Staff Sgt Newell he is remembered.
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