U.S. Army · United States 
James J. Schumacher
1981
James J. Schumacher Jr. served the U.S. Army for 3 years. James served in the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
How He Died
Manner
Accident
Cause
Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened
Officer Schumacher was struck by a vehicle and killed while issuing a traffic citation to a vehicle on U.S. Highway 99. While obtaining the driver's signature the vehicle was sideswiped and Officer Schumacher was dragged more than 100 feet. The driver of the vehicle that struck him had fallen asleep. He was charged with manslaughter.
Survivors
Officer Schumacher had been with the agency for 12 years and was survived by his wife and two sons.
Service Record
Also Served
California Highway Patrol
Officer
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