Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts
End of Watch Sunday, October 8, 1950
Add to My HeroesDaniel Furtado
Patrolman Daniel Furtado was killed in a motorcycle accident on Woodland Street, in Boylston, on his first day of patrol out of the academy, and the sixth day after being appointed.
He was returning to the barracks when his motorcycle left the roadway and struck a tree in the town of Holden.
Patrolman Furtado was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 6 days
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsPatrolman Furtado, it has been 73 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 military and law enforcement service.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
October 8, 2023
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