Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts
End of Watch Wednesday, May 20, 1942
Charles J. Collins
Patrolman Charles Collins was shot and killed while he attempted to arrest a man who had pulled a gun on another officer and carjacked a vehicle. Patrolman Collins and other officers went to a house, in Byfield, where the man fled to and as they entered the home Patrolman Collins was shot and killed. The suspect was shot and killed by another Trooper.
Patrolman Collins had been with the agency for eight years.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; Revolver
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsToday, May 20, 2016 the Massachusetts State Police takes a moment to honor and remember Patrolman Charles Collins on this his 74th anniversary. May he continue to rest in peace knowing that his memory and sacrifice have not been forgotten.
Trooper Thomas E. Dolan
Massachusetts State Police
May 28, 2016
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