Fitchburg Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Thursday, October 18, 1962
Add to My HeroesKenneth B. Bell
Patrolman Kenneth Bell was killed in a motorcycle crash while providing a motorcycle escort for Edward Kennedy, who was campaigning for the United States Senate.
A vehicle pulled into the path of Patrolman Bell's three-wheeled motorcycle at the intersection of Water Street and Wanoosnoc Road, causing him to suffer fatal injuries.
Patrolman Bell was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII and a recipient of the Purple Heart. He had served with the Fitchburg Police Department for almost eight years. He was survived by his wife, three sons, three sisters, and four brothers.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 7 years, 11 months
- Badge 37
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 19 ReflectionsPatrolman Bell, it has been 62 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 military and 8 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Fitchburg.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
October 18, 2024
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