Sergeant John Harold Gilbert, Brockton Police Department, Massachusetts

Sergeant John Harold Gilbert

Brockton Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch Thursday, March 8, 1984

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John Harold Gilbert

Sergeant John Gilbert was struck and by a drunk driver while directing traffic at the intersection of North Cary Street and Court Street where men were working to unstop a storm drain. He died ten days later from head injuries.

The 26-year-old driver was charged with drunk driving and vehicular homicide.

Sergeant Gilbert had served with the agency for 16 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 43
Tour 16 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Incident Date Monday, February 27, 1984
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Not available

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Sgt. Gilbert,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Brockton. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 8, 2024