Trooper Bobby Demuth NC State trooper

[CovertLights.com]

In a news release, the state highway patrol office said Trooper Bobby G. Demuth out of Rocky Mount, NC was killed during a car chase Saturday around 7:44 a.m.


Investigators said, Officers with the Raleigh Police Department attempted to stop a 1995 Nissan 200SX on US 64 east near Hodge Road. The vehicle failed to stop and a pursuit ensued traveling into Nash County where troopers attempted to deploy stop sticks.


During the deployment, Trooper Demuth was hit and killed. The suspect vehicle continued a short distance before the driver was taken into custody.


Trooper Demuth was a 12-year veteran stationed at the Rocky Mount, Troop C District 1 Highway Patrol Office.


State trooper killed while trying to stop fleeing suspect - Crime/Safety - NewsObserver.com


Thank you for your service

 

[GPC]

Rest in peace Trooper Demuth.

 

[Luismariadarlene]

Rip Brother, Prayers to the family.

 

[Jtsou]

A very special trooper, he will be missed.

 

[firefighter7017]

A video from the funeral procession.

Also, see pictures here; Funeral for NCSHP Trooper