Newburyport Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Thursday, January 15, 1920
Charles W. Wells
Captain Wells suffered a fatal heart attack while assisting at the scene of a fire. He collapsed after helping firemen perform their duties. He was taken to a nearby home where he died shortly after a physician tended to him.
Captain Wells had served with the agency for 38 years.
Bio
- Age 64
- Tour 38 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 92nd anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
January 15, 2012
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