Oklahoma Highway Patrol, Oklahoma
End of Watch Sunday, July 12, 1942
Add to My HeroesJames A. Long
Trooper James Long was shot and killed while investigating screams he heard at a local park. He was on patrol and was driving past the park when he heard a woman screaming as she was being attacked. As he approached the scene on foot he was shot once in the chest. Trooper Long and the victim were transported to the hospital where Trooper Long succombed to his injuries. The suspect was never caught.
Trooper Long had been with the agency for one year and was survived by his wife. He is buried in Memorial Park Cemetery, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 1 year
- Badge 68
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
- Offender Never apprehended
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsTrooper Long,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Oklahoma. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
July 12, 2022
