By Police1 Staff
NEW YORK — A New York State Trooper died from an illness stemming from his assignment at the World Trade Center on 9/11.
WABC-TV reports that Trooper Michael J. Anson, 56, died from the disease on Tuesday. After the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Anson was one of the many first responders who aided in the search and recovery efforts. The disease he had has not been disclosed.
Anson served the state police for his entire 31-year career. Anson leaves behind a wife and three children.