New Jersey State Trooper dies during training: NJSP

NEW JERSEY (PIX11) — A New Jersey State Trooper died during training, according to officials.

Marcellus E. Bethea was a Trooper for eight years, according to officials.

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“His commitment and passion for serving the citizens of New Jersey exemplified Honor, Duty, and Fidelity. Please keep Trooper Bethea and his family in your prayers,” said a New Jersey State Police spokesperson.

Additional information was not immediately available.

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