Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts
End of Watch Saturday, April 14, 1928
Add to My HeroesJohn E. Higgins
Patrolman John Higgins was killed in a motorcycle accident while on patrol in the town of Southborough. He had just left the Framingham Barracks when his motorcycle collided with an automobile on Framingham Road and Newton Street.
Patrolman Higgins had been with the agency for nine months.
Bio
- Age 23
- Tour 9 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
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View all 14 ReflectionsPatrolman Higgins , it has been 95 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 that you and too many others have made for us. Thank you for your service.
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