Pittsfield Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Wednesday, June 1, 1898
Add to My HeroesMichael Leonard
Captain Michael Leonard was killed when he struck by a train.
He was in charge of a detail assigned to the local train depot. More than 5,000 citizens had gathered there awaiting the arrival of soldiers returning from the Spanish-American War. A freight train approaching the station failed to slow down and Captain Leonard was struck as he attempted to help a mother and child off of the tracks.
Captain Leonard had served with the agency for 17 years. He was survived by his wife and 11 children.
Bio
- Age 55
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
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View all 12 ReflectionsCaptain Leonard , it has been 125 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices that you and too many others have made for us. Thank you for your service.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
June 1, 2023
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