Patrolman Robert J. Gallant, Berwick Police Department, Maine

Patrolman Robert J. Gallant

Berwick Police Department, Maine

End of Watch Saturday, September 11, 1982

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Robert J. Gallant

Patrolman Robert Gallant was struck and killed by a drunk driver while at the scene of a domestic disturbance.

He was interviewing the female participant, and both of them had begun to walk back toward the house. As they did so, Patrolman Gallant heard an approaching vehicle. He turned around in time to see that the vehicle was about to strike the two, and he pushed the female out of harm's way. The vehicle struck him, causing fatal injuries.

The 20-year-driver was apprehended the next day. He was convicted of manslaughter, leaving the scene of an accident, and driving with a revoked license, and sentenced to four years.

Patrolman Gallant was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in saving the life of the woman.

He had only been with the Berwick Police Department for 11 months. He was survived by his mother.

Bio

Age 23
Tour 11 months
Badge 4

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Sentenced to 4 years

domestic, disturbance

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Patrolman Gallant, it has been 42 years since you were taken from us. Northern New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your 8 months of law enforcement service to the citizens of Berwick.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

September 11, 2024