Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts
End of Watch Thursday, September 3, 2020
Add to My HeroesThomas William Devlin
Trooper Thomas Devlin succumbed to injuries sustained on July 26th, 2018, when he was struck by a vehicle on Route 3, south of exit 29 in Billerica, while conducting a traffic stop.
He was speaking to the driver of the vehicle he stopped when another vehicle entered the shoulder of the roadway and struck him, pinning him between the two cars. He suffered serious head and back injuries. He passed away from complications of the injuries on September 3rd, 2020.
Trooper Devlin had served with the Massachusetts State Police for 33 years. He is survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 58
- Tour 35 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Thursday, July 26, 2018
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View all 119 ReflectionsTrooper Devlin, it has been 3 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 you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your law enforcement service.
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