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Patrolman Robert J. Gallant | Berwick Police Department, Maine Berwick Police Department, Maine

Patrolman

Robert J. Gallant

Berwick Police Department, Maine

End of Watch: Saturday, September 11, 1982

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 23

Tour: 11 months

Badge # 4

Cause: Vehicular assault

Incident Date: 9/11/1982

Weapon: Automobile; Alcohol involved

Suspect: Convicted of manslaughter

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Patrolman Gallant was struck and killed by a drunk driver while at the scene of a domestic disturbance. He was interviewing the female participant and both of them had begun to walk back towards the house. As they did so Patrolman Gallant heard an approaching vehicle. He turned around in time to see the that the vehicle was about to the strike the two and he pushed the female out of harms way. The vehicle struck him, causing fatal injuries. The driver of the vehicle was convicted of manslaughter.
Patrolman Gallant was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions is saving the life of the woman. He had only been with the agency for 11 months and was survived by his mother.

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I knew Bob for 8 years and was and considered myself close friend to "Peanut." We ran track and cross-country together, as Bob was an avid runner. I was just thinking about him this week and wanted to pass along my impressions of this honorable man. He was an honest, hardworking guy who simply wanted to make a difference in his life. Few friends nowadays are as supportive and consistently there for you like Bob was. He always had a smile and a joke to tell, and was well-liked by everyone who knew him--though deep down, a very serious person. He displayed courage in many ways as he dealt with his share of challenges and tribulations when he was younger, but always overcame. A rare kind of person, Bob was a man of high integrity and honor whose heroic act is not surprising to those who really knew him. I miss him and his joyful demeanor and my prayers and thoughts are with his Mom, Pat, and his Police Officer Family. God Bless You All for your service and dedication. I know Bob is watching over all of you everyday.

Brian K. Murray, Lt Colonel, USAF
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August 10, 2010

 

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