State Police Acting Superintendent Kevin P. Bruen is saddened to announce the passing of Trooper Jennifer M. Czarnecki.

Trooper Czarnecki died on December 5, 2020, from an illness stemming from her assignment to the World Trade Center site following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Following the events of 9/11, Trooper Czarnecki was assigned to aid with the search and recovery efforts in New York City as part of the New York State Police Detail.

Trooper Czarnecki entered the State Police on October 30, 2000, and retired on November 3, 2020, because of her worsening illness.

During her 20 years of service, Trooper Czarnecki was assigned to Troops A and D, and had served in Troop A since 2003. She was last stationed at SP Boston.

Trooper Czarnecki is survived by her husband, mother and brother.