Sergeant Maxwell Robert Dorley, Providence Police Department, Rhode Island

Sergeant Maxwell Robert Dorley

Providence Police Department, Rhode Island

End of Watch Thursday, April 19, 2012

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Maxwell Robert Dorley

Sergeant Max Dorley was killed when his patrol car struck a utility pole on Admiral Street, near Huxley Avenue, as he responded to a disturbance call at approximately 9:20 am.

Two vehicles in front of him pulled to the side, however a third vehicle attempted to make a left turn in front of him, causing him to swerve. His vehicle left the roadway and struck the pole head-on, causing the pole to break in half and fall on the patrol car. He was extricated from the vehicle and transported to Rhode Island Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Sergeant Dorley had served with the Providence Police Department for 16 years and was posthumously promoted to the rank of sergeant. He is survived by his wife and two children.

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Age 42
Tour 16 years
Badge 384

Incident Details

Cause Automobile crash

disturbance, single vehicle crash

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Sergeant Dorley, it has been 12 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 16 years of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

April 19, 2024