Waterbury Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Saturday, November 18, 1961
Add to My HeroesLeonard J. LaManna
Patrolman Officer Leonard LaManna suffered a fatal heart attack after responding to assist at a fire scene at the Dora Drazen Shop at 11 Leavenworth Street.
He was assisting other officers with traffic duty when he collapsed. He was transported to St. Mary's Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Officer LaManna had served with the Waterbury Police Department for 11 years. He was survived by his wife and four sons.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 11 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsOfficer LaManna, it has been 63 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your 11 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Waterbury.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
November 18, 2024
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