Patrolman Thomas J. Duggan, Sr., Lawrence Police Department, Massachusetts

Patrolman Thomas J. Duggan, Sr.

Lawrence Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Friday, March 16, 1990

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Thomas J. Duggan, Sr.

Patrolman Thomas Duggan was assaulted on his way to court when he approached a man and woman after they almost hit his vehicle near the intersection of Lowell Street and Boulevard.

The subjects became disorderly and assaulted Patrolman Duggan with an aluminum baseball bat. Patrolman Duggan attempted to take action and place the subjects under arrest. The male subject beat Officer Duggan to death with the bat while the female held his arms. Officer Duggan succumbed to his injuries three days later.

Officer Duggan had served with the Lawrence Police Department for 18 years. He was survived by his wife, three daughters, and son.

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Age 47
Tour 18 years
Badge 80

Incident Details

Cause Assault
Incident Date Tuesday, March 13, 1990
Weapon Blunt object; Bat
Offender Found not guilty due to technicality

disorderly, off duty, assault

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Patrolman Duggan, it has been 34 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 18 years of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

March 16, 2024