Metropolitan Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Wednesday, July 14, 1982
Add to My HeroesPaul Michael Kennefick
Patrolman Paul Kennefick was killed in an automobile crash on Route 3 South, near Route 53, in Hanover.
An oncoming vehicle entered his travel lane, causing him to swerve and slam on his brakes. A vehicle traveling behind him then rear-ended his vehicle as it attempted to avoid the oncoming vehicle too.
Four occupants of the wrong-way vehicle exited their car, then re-entered and fled the scene.
Patrolman Kennefick was a Vietnam War veteran who had served with the Metropolitan Police Department for eight years and was assigned to the Mounted Unit. He was survived by his wife, three children, parents, and six siblings.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 8 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Not available
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View all 24 ReflectionsPatrolman Kenefick, it has been 42 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 military and 8 years of law enforcement service.
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