Officer William J. Snyder, Sr.

Officer William J. Snyder, Sr. | Groton City Police Department, Connecticut
Groton City Police Department, Connecticut
Officer William J. Snyder, Sr.

Groton City Police Department, Connecticut

End of Watch Sunday, January 16, 1994

William J. Snyder, Sr.

Officer William Snyder succumbed to injuries sustained in October 1993 after being struck by a car while directing traffic at a construction zone in which the road had been reduced to one lane.

The driver of an approaching car disregarded Officer Snyder's signals to stop and struck him as he attempted to move to safety. It is believed the elderly driver did not see Officer Snyder due to other distractions.

Officer Snyder never regained consciousness after being injured and succumbed to his injuries three months later.

Officer Snyder had served with the Groton Police Department for 18 years. He was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.

Bio

  • Age 44
  • Tour 18 years
  • Badge 48

Incident Details

  • Cause Struck by vehicle
  • Incident Date Saturday, October 16, 1993
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God bless Officer Snyder, his wife, children and GCPD. I never was privileged enough to meet you Brother, but I promise I’ll help let you and your great service be never forgotten. RIP Brother

Sgt. Benjamin M. Hoffman
Madison, CT

January 16, 2018

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