Boston Police Department Marks 80th Anniversary of Sergeant Healey’s Death
The Boston Police Department is commemorating the 80th anniversary of the death of Sergeant William F. Healey, who was killed in the line of duty in 1946 while confronting burglars at 24 Fayette Street in Boston's Bay Village.
Boston, MA, October 2, 2026 — The Boston Police Department is observing the 80th anniversary of a somber event in its history: the death of Sergeant William F. Healey.
Sergeant Healey lost his life in the line of duty in 1946. The incident occurred while he was confronting burglars. The location was 24 Fayette Street, situated in Boston’s Bay Village neighborhood.
The department’s commemoration marks eight decades since the tragic loss of Sergeant Healey. His service and sacrifice are being remembered by the Boston Police Department on this significant anniversary. Further details regarding specific commemoration events were not provided in the summary.
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