Rhode Island State Police, Rhode Island
End of Watch Tuesday, June 22, 1937
Add to My HeroesJoseph J. Gallivan
Trooper Joseph Gallivan was killed in an automobile crash on Nooseneck Hill Road while responding to a fire in Ashaway.
His vehicle left the roadway during heavy rain and struck a concrete marker at the Hopkinton-Richmond town line.
Trooper Gallivan had served with the Rhode Island State Police for two years. He was survived by his parents, sister, and three brothers.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 2 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsTrooper Gallivan, it has been 87 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 2 years of law enforcement service.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
June 22, 2024
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