Senator Gaston Issues Statement Following Passing of James M. ‘Skip’ Thomas

Today, state Senator Herron Keyon Gaston (D-Bridgeport), Chair of the Public Safety and Security Committee, is issuing a statement following the passing of former Commissioner of the Department of Public Safety James M. ‘Skip’ Thomas.

“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of James M. ‘Skip’ Thomas, a trailblazer in Connecticut law enforcement and a dedicated public servant whose legacy will continue to shape our state for generations,” said Sen. Gaston. “Skip was more than a police chief or a commissioner, he was a mentor to many and a relentless advocate for public safety. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched. May we honor his memory by continuing the work he championed.”