Georgia Institute of Technology Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Friday, November 28, 1986
Add to My HeroesGary F. Beringause
Sergeant Gary Beringause was killed in an automobile crash while escorting the team's football team to a hotel in Commerce, Georgia, prior to a game against a rival school.
His patrol car was struck by a jack-knifing tractor trailer on U.S. Highway 441 near Nicholson, Georgia. Sergeant Beringause and the school's assistant athletic director were both killed in the crash.
Sergeant Beringause had served with the Georgia Tech Police Department for 14 years and was in charge of security for athletic programs. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 14 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsGary. I miss your humor everyday. Our time on the lake and teaching CPR together will live as long as I do. I must confess, I liked messing with you about being a jacket but you were a rock.
LTC Al ORear
US Army Ret.
November 3, 2023
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