
Zone Sergeant James G. Sweeney, 68, died on March 6, 2021, from an illness stemming from his assignment to the World Trade Center site following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
After the events of 9/11, Zone Sergeant Sweeney was assigned to New York City as part of the New York State Police Detail to aid with the search and recovery efforts.
Zone Sergeant Sweeney joined the State Police on February 20, 1978, and entered into retirement on February 27, 2007, after 29 years of service.
Zone Sergeant Sweeney is survived by his wife, son and three daughters.