Police Officer Robert J. McLellan, Buffalo Police Department, New York

Police Officer Robert J. McLellan

Buffalo Police Department, New York

End of Watch Wednesday, February 25, 1998

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Robert J. McLellan

Police Officer Robert McLellan was struck and killed by a vehicle while he and several bounty hunters chased a suspect.

The incident occurred on the Kensington Expressway, near Locust Street, as Officer McLellan crossed the roadway during the foot chase. The suspect was apprehended after the incident and charged with manslaughter in connection with Officer McLellan's death.

Officer McLellan had served with the Buffalo Police Department for one year and was assigned to Precinct 12. He had previously served with the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority Police Department for 10 years and as an auxiliary police officer with the Tonawanda Township Police Department. He is survived by his four children.

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Age 35
Tour 11 years
Badge 3292

Incident Details

Cause Struck by vehicle

foot pursuit, warrant service

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Officer McClellan,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Buffalo. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
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