Officer James D. Swint

Officer James D. Swint

Brunswick Police Department, Maine

End of Watch Monday, October 1, 1990

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James D. Swint

Officer James Swint was killed when he swerved into a telephone pole in order to miss another car during a vehicle pursuit.

A U.S. Marine Corps veteran of seven years, Officer Swint served with the Brunswick Police Department for four years. He is survived by his wife. The City of Brunswick established an educational scholarship in his name as a living memorial.

Bio

  • Age 29
  • Tour 4 years
  • Badge 16
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicle pursuit
  • Incident Date Sunday, September 30, 1990
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Not available

vehicle pursuit

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Officer Swint, it has been 33 years since you were taken from us. Northern New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your military and law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

October 1, 2023

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