Harwich Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Saturday, August 14, 1965
Add to My HeroesKenneth Weston Grindell
Patrolman Kenneth Grindell suffered a fatal heart attack while attempting to place an intoxicated man under arrest at the scene of a domestic disturbance.
Patrolman Grindell had been with the agency for five years and was survived by his wife and four children.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour 5 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Weapon Person
- Offender Not available
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View all 12 ReflectionsPatrolman Grindell, it has been 59 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 5 years of law enforcement service.
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