Maryland State Police, Maryland
End of Watch Saturday, January 30, 1982
Add to My HeroesGary L. Wade
Trooper Gary Wade was struck and killed by a vehicle during a traffic stop on Kennedy Highway one-quarter mile south of the Havre de Grace exit.
Trooper Wade had served with the Maryland State Police for just over two years.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 27 ReflectionsVisiting this month from Arizona and drove past your highway memorial. Later I researched you and the sad details from long ago. I grew up in
Maryland and have always admired the Maryland State Police. Thank you for all you did for each and everyone one of us traveling on these highways. Rest peacefully, sir.
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