Woonsocket Police Department, Rhode Island
End of Watch Saturday, October 2, 1937
Albert A. Lemoine
Officer Albert Lemoine was killed in a motorcycle accident while pursuing several suspects on Mendon Road. He and his partner were on patrol when the responded to reports of gunshots being fired into the homes of several city officials. Officer Lemoine spotted the vehicle and gave chase but lost control of his motorcycle.
Officer Lemoine had served with the agency for 7 years. He was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsOfficer Lemoine does have his own memorial; in the department's lobby is a painting done in his honor. He's shown riding his police motorcycle and it was while riding his motorcycle that he made the ultimate sacrifice. Also, at the present time his memory is prominently on display at the Woonsocket Historical Society as part of the Police Relief's 100th Anniversary Display. RIP, brother.
Ret. Det. Tony Wood
Woonsocket Police Department
December 29, 2014
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