Captain Earl H. Grimes, Athol Police Department, Massachusetts

Captain Earl H. Grimes

Athol Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Tuesday, April 13, 1937

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Earl H. Grimes

Captain Grimes was shot and killed after he and another officer were dispatched to investigate a suspicious man begging money from children at a deserted shack near a set of railroad tracks.

The suspect opened fire on them with a 12-gauge shotgun as they approached. The other officer returned fire killing the suspect, an ex-convict.

Captain Grimes had served with the Athol Police Department for 14 years. He was survived by his wife and three sons.

Bio

Age 46
Tour 14 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Shotgun; 12 gauge
Offender Shot and killed

convicted felon, suspicious person

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Captain Grimes, it has been 87 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 almost 8 years of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

April 13, 2024