Wareham Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Saturday, December 11, 1999
Add to My HeroesChristopher Argentinis
Patrolman Officer Christopher Argentinis died two days after being struck by a patrol car during a foot pursuit of a wanted subject who fled during a traffic stop.
He was chasing a drug suspect at the intersection of Onset Avenue and Depot Street when he was struck by a Massachusetts State Police patrol car that was responding to assist him. He was transported to a hospital in Boston where he died from head injuries two days later. His organs were donated after his death.
The suspect, who had outstanding warrants, was arrested after the incident and was charged with cocaine possession and resisting arrest.
Patrolman Argentinis had served with the Wareham Police Department for 12 years. He is survived by his wife and two young sons.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 12 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 42 ReflectionsPatrolman Officer Christopher Argentinis, it's been 25 years since your passing. I thank you for all your efforts over the years you served the Commonwealth and the Town of Wareham.
God Bless you, Brother and may your eternal rest be ever peaceful.
As for the Trooper involved, we've all had a situation that could have gone very badly. I hope and pray he/she recovered and healed from the pain he/she no doubt felt after the fact. As the old saying goes, "There but for the Grace of God, go I. "
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