Police Officer Robert R. Hazelhurst

Police Officer Robert R. Hazelhurst | Worcester Police Department, Massachusetts
Worcester Police Department, Massachusetts
Police Officer Robert R. Hazelhurst

Worcester Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Thursday, November 21, 1968

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Robert R. Hazelhurst

Police Officer Robert Hazelhurst was struck and killed by a drunk driver on the Worcester Expressway near Burncoat Street.

The driver was charged with DUI.

Officer Hazelhurst had served with the Worcester Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

  • Age 31
  • Tour 7 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicular assault
  • Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
  • Offender Charged with DUI

drunk driver, disabled motorist

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Officer Hazelhurst, it has been 55 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.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

November 21, 2023

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