Norwich Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Tuesday, December 11, 1934
Add to My HeroesMichael J. Carroll
Sergeant Michael Carroll was shot and killed while attempting to take a mentally disturbed man into custody for commitment to the Connecticut State Hospital.
As Sergeant Carroll was attempting to open the door of the man's room at his Washington Street residence the man opened fire with a 12-gauge shotgun, fatally wounding Sergeant Carroll. The man then committed suicide.
Sergeant Carroll had been with the Norwich Police Department for 22 years.
Bio
- Age Not available
- Tour 22 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun; 12 gauge
- Offender Committed suicide
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View all 6 ReflectionsSergeant Carroll, it has been 89 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 you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your law enforcement service.
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