Smithfield Police Department, Rhode Island
End of Watch Tuesday, December 10, 1968
Add to My HeroesNorman G. Vezina
Sergeant Norman Vezina drowned while attempting to rescue a 5-year-old child who had fallen through thin ice.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Drowned
Most Recent Reflection
View all 27 ReflectionsSergeant Vezina, it has been 58 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Smithfield.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
December 10, 2024
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