Police Officer Peter Kneeland

Police Officer

Peter Kneeland

Worcester Police Department, Massachusetts

End of Watch: Sunday, October 7, 2012


Bio & Incident Details

Age: 62
Tour: 14 years
Badge # Not available

Cause: Vehicular assault
Incident Date: 9/18/1991
Weapon: Automobile; Alcohol involved
Suspect: Not available

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Police Officer Peter Kneeland succumbed to injuries sustained on September 18th, 1991, when he was struck by a drunk hit-and-run driver in front of a sports bar on Cambridge Street.

The subject fled the scene but was arrested three days later. He was subsequently convicted of charges connected with the incident.

The collision caused Officer Kneeland to suffer severe head injuries that left him in a wheelchair, unable to communicate, or care for himself. He remained in an institutional care facility from the time of the collision until he passing away as a result of his injuries.

Officer Kneeland had served with the Worcester Police Department for 14 years at the time he was struck. He is survived by his brother and two sisters.

Please contact the following agency to send condolences or to obtain funeral arrangements:

Worcester Police Department
9-11 Lincoln Street
Worcester, MA 01608

Phone: (508) 799-8606


Read more: http://www.odmp.org/officer/21432-police-officer-peter-kneeland#ixzz28qX5Hryy

RIP Officer

RIP Sir

RIP Officer Kneeland, you and your family deserved better.

RIP Officer Kneeland

R.I.P. Officer Kneeland.

RIP Officer