Police Officer Stephen LaPorta, Uxbridge Police Department, Massachusetts

Police Officer Stephen LaPorta

Uxbridge Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Wednesday, January 7, 2026

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Stephen LaPorta

Police Officer Stephen LaPorta was struck and killed by the driver of a vehicle on Route 146 around 12:40 a.m.

On northbound Route 146 past exit 6, Officer LaPorta was helping a disabled motorist in the freezing rain when a tractor-trailer hit him. Despite emergency responders providing life-saving measures, he died at the scene.

The driver was transported to a local hospital and treated for minor injuries.

Officer LaPorta had served with the Uxbridge Police Department for over one year. He is survived by his wife and child.

Bio

Age 43
Tour 1 year, 7 months
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Incident Details

Cause Struck by vehicle

disabled motorist, weather

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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and coworkers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

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