Chief of Police Robert G. Hardy

Chief of Police Robert G. Hardy

Rowley Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Monday, June 11, 1973

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Robert G. Hardy

Chief Robert Hardy was killed in an automobile accident on Route 1 when a vehicle crossed the centerline and struck his patrol car head-on.

Chief Hardy had served with the Rowley Police Department for 12 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

  • Age 43
  • Tour 12 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash

automobile accident

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Chief Hardy, it has been 50 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 12, 2023

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