Patrolman Farris J. Resha, Winsted Police Department, Connecticut

Patrolman Farris J. Resha

Winsted Police Department, Connecticut

End of Watch Wednesday, November 2, 1966

Farris J. Resha

Patrolman Farris Resha was killed when his police motorcycle struck a car while pursuing a suspect's vehicle.

During the pursuit another car made a U-turn in front of the motorcycle, causing Patrolman Resha to strike the rear of the vehicle. He succumbed to his injuries three days later.

Patrolman Resha had served with the agency for 1 year. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 44
Tour 1 year
Badge 5

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit
Incident Date Monday, October 31, 1966
Weapon Automobile
Offender Not available

motorcycle

Most Recent Reflection

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I was just a small boy and my Dad worked then for The Hartford Courant. But I remember the night and the loss we all felt in Winsted. Rest in peace Mr. Resha. Your service for the force and for the people of Winsted will never be forgotten.

Mark Ellis O'Brien
friend of the family

September 1, 2015