Death by Cop 2021-2025
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Dennis Girard
Age : 38
Gender : Male
Race : White
Date : 12/20/2025
Location : 1100 block of Worcester Street
City : Springfield
County : Hampden
State : Massachusetts
Agency : Springfield Police Department
Officer(s) :Unknown
Cause of Death : Gunshot
Event : Killed by police during armed disturbance
OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :
On 12/20/2025, Springfield police officers responded to the 1100 block of Worcester Street after a 911 call reported a man armed with a knife and exhibiting erratic behavior. Officers encountered Dennis Girard, who was armed with a knife during the encounter. An officer discharged a service weapon, striking Girard. Girard was pronounced dead at the scene. The Hampden District Attorney’s Office is overseeing the investigation and will release findings regarding the use of force when the review is complete.
SOURCE LINKS :
https://www.westernmassnews.com/2026/01/28/man-killed-springfield-officer-involved-shooting-identified/
https://hampdenda.com/decedent-identified-in-dec-20-officer-involved-shooting/
