Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts
End of Watch Friday, September 2, 1994
Add to My HeroesMark S. Charbonnier
Trooper Mark Charbonnier was shot and killed as he approached a van he had stopped on the side of Route 3 near Kingston, Massachusetts.
The subject opened fire while still seated in the van. As Trooper Charbonnier retreated to the back of the van, the man continued to fire, striking him below his vest. Trooper Charbonnier was able to return fire and wounded the suspect in the arm and head.
Trooper Charbonnier was flown to a local hospital where he succumbed to his wounds a short time later.
The subject was a convicted killer on parole. He was convicted of Trooper Charbonnier's murder and sentenced to life without parole.
Trooper Charbonnier had served with the Massachusetts State Police for six years and was assigned to D Troop. He is survived by his wife, father, mother, two sisters, and three brothers. His father and brother were serving with the Boston Police Department at the time of his death.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 6 years
- Badge 953
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 88 ReflectionsTrooper Charbonnier, it has been 30 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 6 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Massachusetts.
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