Trooper Salvatore J. Embarrato, New York State Police, New York

Trooper Salvatore J. Embarrato

New York State Police, New York

End of Watch Thursday, July 6, 1961

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Salvatore J. Embarrato

Trooper Salvatore Embarrato was killed when his patrol car crashed through a guard rail and plunged down an embankment as he pursued a traffic violator on the New York State Thruway in Tarrytown, one mile east of the Tappan Zee Bridge toll plaza.

His patrol car experienced a malfunction, causing it to go out of control and through the guard rail. Although Trooper Embarrato was wearing a seat belt, he was thrown from the vehicle because the seat belt anchors detached from the frame of the car.

Trooper Embarrato was a U.S. Army veteran and had served with the New York State Police for three years. He is survived by his parents and two sisters.

Bio

Age 30
Tour 3 years
Badge 150
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit

mechanical failure, vehicle pursuit

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Dear Sal, we never met. Actually, you passed before I was even born. I am your second cousin, Joseph. Your cousin Salvatore D'Amico's son. I was told nothing but great things about you as a person, a family member, and a State Trooper. Both, my mother and father adored you, and raved about you, your heart, and your character. May you rest in peace, cuz.
-Joseph

Joseph D'Amico Family Member
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February 7, 2025