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Uxbridge Police Officer Killed While Assisting Motorist on Route 146

State police opened a crash inquiry following an hours-long closure of the northbound lanes.

(Uxbridge, MA, 03/17/14) Exterior shot of Uxbridge Police Headquarters to go with story about Daniel T. Snay, 62, of Uxbridge who lived at 558 Elmwood Ave. Snay appeared before a judge on charges of indecent assault and battery on a child during arraignment Monday, March 17, 2014 in district court in Uxbridge, Mass. The 62-year-old, who is on the state's sex offender registry, won a $10 million lottery prize in 2008. Police allege he committed the crime with the help of his winnings.Monday, March 17, 2014. Staff photo by Ted Fitzgerald
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Overview

  • The collision occurred around 12:40 a.m. on the northbound side of Route 146 near Exit 6 in Uxbridge.
  • Officials have not released the officer’s name pending notification of family members.
  • The Massachusetts State Police are leading the investigation with assistance from Uxbridge police and coordination with the Worcester district attorney’s office.
  • Route 146 was shut down for several hours for on-scene work and reopened to traffic around 10 a.m.
  • Reports highlighted icy roadway conditions overnight, and regional departments organized a procession and offered counseling and support to the Uxbridge force.