Winchester Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Friday, May 30, 1980
Add to My HeroesRoland J. Roy
Sergeant Roy died of a heart attack after picking up an uncooperative suspect on a warrant.
Sergeant Roy and two other officers went to execute the warrant and had to chase the suspect up some stairs. They then had to carry and drag the suspect who was combative to the squad car. At the courthouse, the suspect again had to be carried to the detention room.
After returning to the police station, Sergeant Roy collapsed and was transported to the Winchester Hospital. A team of doctors worked on him for over an hour and a half.
Sergeant Roy was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 56
- Tour 29 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 18 ReflectionsSergeant Roy, it has been 44 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 29 years of law enforcement service.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
May 30, 2024
