The Massachusetts State Police announced the line-of-duty death of Trooper Kevin Trainor. (Massachusetts State Police)
Danvers, Mass.
Massachusetts authorities are mourning the loss of a trooper who was killed in a wrong-way crash Wednesday morning.
According to the Massachusetts State Police, Trooper Kevin Trainor, 30, was just ending his shift around 2 a.m. when he heard the call for a wrong-way driver on Route 1.
Just about a minute later, while troopers were already responding, the wrong-way vehicle collided with Trainor’s police cruiser.
Massachusetts authorities said Trainor was rushed to the hospital, but he did not survive his injuries.
“While nothing will ever repair the pain we feel today, we make a solemn promise to never forget Trooper Trainor and his service to the Commonwealth,” the Massachusetts State Police shared in a social media post.
Trainor was said to be with the agency for three years, while previously serving as a corrections officer in Essex County.
Fellow law enforcement members remembered Trainor for his professionalism and caring for others.
“He was the guy you wanted as your backup,” a former classmate of Trainor shared.
Massachusetts State Police Colonel Geoffrey Noble added that Trainor died protecting others.
“Trooper Trainor saved lives this morning. His courage, his commitment to serve the citizens of the Commonwealth and put his life on the line, prevented an even greater tragedy,” Noble said. “He will be remembered as a hero.”
Trainor leaves behind loved ones, including a fiancée.
Massachusetts authorities have thanked the community for the outpouring of support they have received while they honor Trainor.