Flags at Half-Staff for Trooper

In honor of Trooper Bertram T. Zimmerman III, Governor James E. McGreevey today signed an Executive Order calling for the United States and New Jersey flags to fly half-staff for one week from Friday February, 5, 2004. “As a member of the New Jersey State Police, Bertram Zimmerman was willing to risk his own life every day of the year to keep us safe and secure,” said Governor McGreevey. “Throughout his three years as a State Trooper, he demonstrated great courage and professionalism to protect our citizens. Trooper Zimmerman exemplified the character and spirit that makes the New Jersey State Police the finest state police force in our nation. We will keep him and his family in our thoughts and prayers.”

Zimmerman, died when his marked car went out of control and struck a utility pole while responding to an armed robbery call. Trooper Zimmerman was assigned to the Troop ‘A’ Tactical Patrol Unit at Buena Vista Headquarters and worked as part of a team of State Police Troopers and Detectives investigating recent armed robberies at area convenience stores. He enlisted in the State Police on March 14, 2001 as a member of the 119th Class and served in several stations in southern New Jersey.

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Author: Press Release - State of New Jersey.