Jackson Township Police Department, New Jersey
End of Watch Sunday, March 18, 2001
Add to My HeroesRobert J. Ventura
Patrolman Robert Ventura was killed in an accident while on duty.
He was on routine patrol when another vehicle made a left hand turn in front of his patrol car. He swerved to avoid a collision, but struck an oncoming vehicle head-on. The driver that turned in front of him was arrested and charged with several moving violations.
Patrolman Ventura had served with the Jackson Township Police Department for two years, and is survived by his wife, 4-year-old daughter, and 16-month-old son.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 213
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
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View all 82 ReflectionsRest in Peace Officer Ventura. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Ventura Family and the Jackson Township Police Department.
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