OLYMPIA – The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is holding a statewide “One More Stop” emphasis patrol in honor of fallen Trooper Christopher Gadd #927 on Friday, Sept. 27.
Trooper Gadd was killed after being struck by an impaired driver on Interstate 5 just north of Marysvilleon March 2, 2024. Prior to the tragic incident, Trooper Gadd had messaged to his detachment membershe was going to meet up with them for break after “One More Stop.”
After sending the message, Trooper Gadd’s dedication to the citizens of Snohomish County and
Washington State was put on display. Trooper Gadd pulled to the shoulder of I-5 just north of his
detachment office with the intent of seeking out one more speeding driver, one more potential impaired
driver – to make one more contact to prevent a future tragedy.
In honor of Trooper Gadd’s dedication and sacrifice that night, the agency will be holding an emphasis
patrol titled “One More Stop” from 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27 to 5 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28.
“Trooper Gadd was a fine young man with a big heart and passion to serve the community – a true
example of the best of us,” said WSP Chief John R. Batiste. “He made the ultimate sacrifice while
working to make our roads a safer place. With this emphasis, we honor his memory by continuing his efforts to protect the community he dedicated his life to.”
In the spirit of Trooper Gadd’s strong work ethic and dedication, the statewide emphasis will have
officers across the state working together to conduct those traffic stops in his honor to continue our
shared mission of reducing dangerous driving behaviors to save the lives of those traveling on our
roadways.
Source: Washington State Patrol
Author: Lynnwood Times Staff
