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Virginia State Police Trooper Mark Barrett died in the line of duty on Tuesday, September 14, 2010. Trooper Barrett and other members of the Virginia State Police's Search and Recovery Team were performing deep-water dives in Lake Anna. As he and his dive partner were ascending to the surface, the other trooper noticed he was having difficulty and assisted him to the surface. Other troopers immediately started CPR and he was transported to a local hospital where he died.
Trooper Barrett, 41, had served with the Virginia State Police for 3 years. He is survived by his wife and two children.
Please join the men and women of the American Association of State Troopers in keeping the family of Trooper Barrett and the men and women of the Virginia State Police in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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