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Chief of Police James Erville Vaughan

Carver Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Wednesday, September 23, 1908

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Reflections for Chief of Police James Erville Vaughan

Chief Vaughn, it has been 115 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

September 24, 2023

No passage of time will ever erase your service and sacrifice. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 23, 2020

Chief Vaughan,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Carver.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

September 23, 2018

It has now been 108 years and you are still remembered as a hero.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

September 23, 2016

Chief Vaughan,
On today, the 104th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Carver.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol

September 23, 2012

Chief Vaughan, though it's been over 100 years since your tragic murder, you have not been forgotten. It brings closure to know the other officer (who I pray lived a long happy life and had a long career with the Carver PD) was able to end the danger to himself and the public by ending your killer's life. You are a hero.

Carver is not exactly a big town now; no doubt it was much smaller in 1908. I would guess the sense of loss caused by your death was felt very strongly and deeply by the citizens as no doubt, everyone in town knew you.

God Bless and may you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

June 10, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 99th anniversary year of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

March 4, 2009

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