Trooper Drew C. Chandler, Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts

Trooper Drew C. Chandler

Massachusetts State Police, Massachusetts

End of Watch Friday, July 21, 2000

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Drew C. Chandler

Trooper Drew Chandler succumbed to Hepatitis C, which he contracted 18 years earlier while searching a vehicle for narcotics.

While searching behind the backseat, his finger was pricked by a hypodermic syringe. The incident was documented and Trooper Chandler sought medical attention at the time. His health continued to deteriorate until his death.

Trooper Chandler had served with the Massachusetts State Police for 20 years. He is survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 46
Tour 20 years
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Incident Details

Cause Duty related illness
Incident Date Friday, September 3, 1982

bloodborne pathogen

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Trooper Chandler, it has been 24 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 20 years of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

July 21, 2024