Montville Police Department, Connecticut
End of Watch Thursday, January 23, 2003
Add to My HeroesJoseph N. Sachatello, III
Police Officer Joseph Sachatello was killed in an automobile crash while responding to a call regarding a collision on Route 82.
Officer Sachatello's patrol car left the roadway and struck a tree on Gallivan Lane.
Officer Sachatello had served with the Montville Police Department for 2 1/2 years and was Officer of the Year in 2002. He is survived by his wife, infant son, parents, and two sisters.
Bio
- Age 33
- Tour 2 years, 6 months
- Badge 6
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
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