Fallen Officers
Since the establishment of the Rhode Island State Police, seven officers have died in the line of duty.
| Officer | Date of Death | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Trooper John Weber |
|
Motorcycle accident |
| Trooper Arthur L. Staples Jr. |
|
Gunfire |
| Lieutenant Arnold L. Poole |
|
Gunfire |
| Trooper Joseph J. Gallivan |
|
Automobile accident |
| Trooper Bradford G. Mott |
|
Motorcycle accident |
| Trooper Daniel L. O'Brien |
|
Weather/Natural disaster |
| Sergeant Walter J. Burgess |
|
Automobile accident |
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