Mobile Police Department, Alabama
End of Watch Thursday, February 12, 2004
Add to My HeroesMatthew Alan Thompson
Corporal Matthew Thompson succumbed to injuries sustained the previous day when he was struck by a vehicle while working the scene of a previous accident in the 4600 block of Spring Hill Avenue.
He was assisting with loading one of the cars onto a wrecker when he was struck by another car in the dark, rainy conditions. He was transported to the University of South Alabama Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries the following day.
Corporal Thompson was a United States Coast Guard veteran and had served with the Mobile Police Department for 18 years. He is survived by his wife, son, and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 18 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Wednesday, February 11, 2004
Most Recent Reflection
View all 184 ReflectionsCpl. Thompson,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Coast Guard. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Paratus!
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United States Border Patrol(Retired)
February 12, 2024
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