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The Washington State Senate approved a memorial for fallen Washington State Patrol (WSP) Trooper Charles Frank Noble Jr., who was killed while on duty in Yakima County, via a news release Tuesday.

is a bipartisan initiative led by Senator Nikki Torres to request the Washington State Transportation Commission designate the overpass over Interstate 82 at the Yakima Valley Highway junction, at milepost 54, as the “Washington State Patrol Trooper Charles Frank Noble Jr. Memorial Overpass,” the news release stated.

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Noble was only 42 years old when he was shot in Zillah while coming across a suspect during a traffic stop on Highway 12 on Feb. 5, 1972,

WSP stated Noble took furloughed inmate and burglary suspect Robert Lee Clark into the back of his patrol vehicle and was met by gunfire. Noble was shot three times and died from his injuries. Clark was then taken into custody for murder.

The agency noted Noble’s death sparked criticism of the state’s furlough program.

Senate Republicans wrote Noble was a “dedicated public servant” and a Yakima County resident since 1969. He started with the Washington State Patrol in 1957 as a driver’s license examiner. He was commissioned as a trooper in 1958, where he served for 14 years after graduating from the 27th Trooper Basic Training Class.

鈥淭rooper Charles Frank Noble Jr. exemplified the highest standards of bravery and dedication in his service to our community and country,鈥� Torres said via the news release. 鈥淒esignating this overpass in his honor ensures that his sacrifice and commitment to public safety are permanently remembered.鈥�

Senate Joint Memorial 8003 now moves to the Washington State House of Representatives for consideration.

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