Tyngsborough Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Thursday, June 10, 1926
Add to My HeroesJoseph A. Pelletier
Chief Joseph Pelletier was killed in a motorcycle accident while responding to an illegal bootlegging call. An oncoming vehicle struck his motorcycle, causing him to be thrown to the ground. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Chief Pelletier, a WWI U.S. military veteran, had served with the agency for six years. He was survived by his wife and child.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 6 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
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View all 7 ReflectionsChief Pelletier, it has been 97 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices that you and too many others have made for us. Thank you for your service.
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