Police officers from across the country gathered in Hudson on Monday to honor Mass. State Police Trooper Thomas Clardy who was killed in a crash.
Clardy’s wake was held in Hudson at the St. Michael’s Church, where his family was joined by hundreds police officers.
Clardy was killed on March 16 when a car struck his cruiser as he was processing a traffic stop on the Mass. Pike in Charlton.
Police say 30-year-old David Njuguna, of Webster, was driving the car that struck Clardy. Njuguna is is facing charges in connection with the crash.
Clardy served in the U.S. Army for 10 years before joining the State Police in 2005. Friends say he loved his job and spending time with his family.
"When I walked inside, the family was just so appreciative we were able to … pay our respects," said Louisiana State Police Sgt. Kevin Curlee.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Trooper Clardy may be made to: The Clardy Children’s Fund, C/O Avidia Bank, 42 Main St., Hudson Ma 01749.
State police walk thru at trooper Clardy’s wake in Hudson #7news pic.twitter.com/Gja9lqzsgA
— Steve Cooper (@scooperon7) March 21, 2016
We are deeply saddened at the loss of Tpr Tom Clardy. May he rest in peace. Please pray for his family. #LODD pic.twitter.com/wLxkt50JvY
— Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) March 16, 2016
In total, 1,120 officers attended the wake, according to State Police. State Police said one of Clardy’s daughters counted the number of troopers in attendance.
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