Braintree Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Friday, March 1, 1991
Ernest James DeCross
Sergeant Ernest DeCross and Lieutenant Gregory Principe were killed in an on duty auto accident while responding to a call.
Sergeant DeCross had served with the agency for 12 years. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, father and mother.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 12 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
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