Lieutenant Norman Allard

Lieutenant Norman Allard

New Britain Police Department, Connecticut

End of Watch Wednesday, August 16, 1978

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Norman Allard

Lieutenant Norman Allard was accidentally shot and killed while at the New Britain Police Department at 2:45 pm.

Lieutenant Allard was a United States Army Korean War veteran and had served with the New Britain Police Department for 23 years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, and two daughters.

Bio

  • Age 46
  • Tour 23 years
  • Badge Not available
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)

accidental discharge, police facility

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Dear Dad,
hard to believe that today marks 47 years since you left us. God called you home far too soon, but I trust that His plan is perfect—even when it’s hard to understand. I know you’re surrounded by peace, joy, and love—and especially by Gary. I know in my heart that you’re both together now, catching up on old times. He was so much like you, Dad. I pray that you continue to guide him toward peace, comfort, and love.
It brings me comfort to know that you’re together—my dad and my brother—watching over all of us. One day, we’ll be reunited. Until then, I carry your memory in my heart and thank God for the time we shared.

Happy Heavenly Anniversary, Dad. I miss you and love you.

Daughter Mary Beth Gordon
Family

August 16, 2025

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