Patrolman Michael K. Aselton, Barnstable Police Department, Massachusetts

Patrolman Michael K. Aselton

Barnstable Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Tuesday, March 29, 1983

Michael K. Aselton

Patrolman Michael Aselton was killed in an automobile accident while chasing a motorcycle.

Patrolman Aselton's cousin, Patrolman Brian Aselton of the East Hartford, Connecticut, Police Department, was shot and killed also in the line of duty on January 23, 1999.

Patrolman Aselton had served with the agency for four years. He was survived by his wife.

Bio

Age 25
Tour 4 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit
Weapon Automobile; Motorcycle
Offender Not available

Most Recent Reflection

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The funeral of Sean Gannon is today and I am reminded of Mike's funeral. They were both so young. I worked with Mike in Barnstable. I think of him often. I especially remember his sense of humor. He was a great guy and after 35 years is still missed.

Colleen Cassidy
Former BPD

April 18, 2018