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Sgt. Thomas C. Kelly
1954 - 1989

35 years old
Tour of Duty: 10 Years
Died on September 17, 1989

Cause of Death: Exposure to Toxins

Date of Incident: Sunday, September 17, 1989

Weapon Used : N/A

Suspect Info: N/A

 

Sergeant Kelly was a 10-year veteran of the Derry Police Department whose last assignment was Administrative Sergeant in charge of training and personnel. He was originally from Brooklyn, NY, but was a 10 year resident of Londonderry, New Hampshire. He was a graduate of the University of New York at Oswego.

Sergeant Kelly died in his sleep as a result from prolonged exposure to lead and toxic gases from a firing range. He was 35 years old.

He was survived by his then pregnant wife and 21-month year old son.

 

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