Braintree Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Friday, March 1, 1991
Add to My HeroesGregory A. Principe
Lieutenant Gregory Principe and Sergeant Ernest DeCross were killed in a vehicle crash while pursuing a vehicle being driven by a 16-year-old juvenile.
Their vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree near the intersection of Middle Street and Arnold Street. The juvenile was arrested and charged with two counts of manslaughter.
Lieutenant Principe had served with the Braintree Police Department for 20 years. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, and two sons. One of his sons later became a Boston police officer.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 20 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Automobile
- Offender Charged with manslaughter
Most Recent Reflection
View all 19 ReflectionsLieutenant Principe, it's now been 32 years, Greg, you've never and will never be forgotten.
God Bless and may your continued rest be ever peaceful.
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