West Virginia State Police trooper dies.

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - A West Virginia State Police trooper has died.

Sgt. Nathan Samples died on Thursday following a battle with cancer, according to a Facebook post by West Virginia Troopers Association.

West Virginia Troopers Association on Thursday February 9, 2023

We are saddened by the loss of Sergeant Samples. Sir, your courage, determination and heroism for your WVSP family and all residents of our state leaves behind a legacy that will touch all of our lives.

We are truly fortunate that we got an opportunity to work with a passionate police officer like him.

We ask that you take a moment. Pray for peace and strength for his family and for his family in green. Sir, may you rest in peace and know that we will take it from here.

Samples spent more than 20 years serving for the West Virginia State Police.