Patrolman Farris J. Resha

Patrolman Farris J. Resha | Winsted Police Department, Connecticut
Winsted Police Department, Connecticut
Patrolman Farris J. Resha

Winsted Police Department, Connecticut

End of Watch Wednesday, November 2, 1966

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Farris J. Resha

Patrolman Farris Resha was killed when his police motorcycle struck a car while pursuing a suspect's vehicle.

During the pursuit another car made a U-turn in front of the motorcycle, causing Patrolman Resha to strike the rear of the vehicle. He succumbed to his injuries three days later.

Patrolman Resha had served with the agency for 1 year. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

  • Age 44
  • Tour 1 year
  • Badge 5

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicle pursuit
  • Incident Date Monday, October 31, 1966
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Not available

motorcycle

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Patrolman Resha, it has been 58 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 1 year of law enforcement service to the citizens of Winstead.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

November 2, 2024

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