Buffalo Police Department, New York
End of Watch: Wednesday, February 25, 1998
Age: 35
Tour of Duty: 1 year
Badge Number: 3292
Cause of Death: Struck by vehicle
Date of Incident: February 25, 1998
Weapon Used: Automobile
Suspect Info: Charged with manslaughter
Officer Robert J. McLellan was struck and killed by a vehicle while he and several bounty hunters chased a suspect.
The incident occurred on the Kensington Expressway as Officer McLellan crossed the roadway during the foot chase. The suspect was apprehended after the incident and charged with manslaughter in connection with Officer McLellan's death.
Officer McLellan had served as a sergeant with the Buffalo Housing Police prior to serving with the Buffalo City Police for 1 year and being assigned to precinct 12. He is survived by his four children.