Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts
End of Watch Saturday, December 16, 1978
Add to My HeroesDonald E. Shea
Trooper Donald Shea was killed in an automobile accident on Route 9 while responding to an accident in Natick. As he crested a hill he observed three juveniles in the roadway and swerved to avoid them. His patrol car struck a utility pole, causing fatal injuries.
In July of 1978 Trooper Shea received the State Police Medal for Meritorious Service for his successful investigation of a major felony case in Framingham.
Trooper Shea had served with the Massachusetts State Police for three years. He was survived by his wife and two young sons
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 3 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
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View all 25 ReflectionsTrooper Shea, it has been 46 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your 3 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Massachusetts.
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