Fallen Trooper Escorted Home To Robeson County

Master Trooper Stien Davis, Jr. died in a line-of-duty traffic accident

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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A solemn procession on Monday afternoon honored the life and service of Master Trooper Stien Davis, Jr., who died in a line-of-duty traffic accident in Robeson County, North Carolina. Nearly two dozen Highway Patrol vehicles, along with sheriff's deputies, formed the motorcade as it traveled along Interstate 40 and Interstate 95, passing through several counties.

Why it matters

The death of Master Trooper Davis is a tragic loss for the North Carolina State Highway Patrol and the local community he served. The procession was a visible show of respect, solidarity, and remembrance from fellow law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, and other first responders.

The details

According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, Master Trooper Davis was involved in a single-vehicle collision shortly after midnight Sunday while on duty. Initial reports indicate he was traveling in his patrol vehicle on NC 130 in Robeson County when he lost control, left the roadway, and overturned in a swampy roadside area. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

  • Master Trooper Davis died in the line of duty on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
  • The procession honoring Master Trooper Davis took place on Monday, February 23, 2026.

The players

Master Trooper Stien Davis, Jr.

A graduate of the 141st Basic Patrol School, he served the North Carolina State Highway Patrol for more than ten years and was remembered as a dedicated public servant who carried out his duties with professionalism and a deep commitment to his community.

North Carolina State Highway Patrol

The law enforcement agency that Master Trooper Davis served, and which organized the procession to honor his life and service.

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What’s next

Additional details regarding funeral arrangements and a celebration of life ceremony for Master Trooper Davis are expected to be announced in the coming days.

The takeaway

The outpouring of support and respect from fellow law enforcement officers, first responders, and the community during the procession for Master Trooper Davis underscores the sacrifice and dedication of those who serve in public safety roles, and the impact their loss can have on the communities they protect.