Springfield, MA – Hampden County Sheriff’s Officer Leenahyshia Pabon, 23, remains hospitalized in stable but critical condition following an off-duty accident that occurred in Springfield on Saturday, December 20.
According to the Hampden County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), Pabon was seriously injured in the crash and continues to receive medical care as colleagues and community members rally to support her and her family during the holiday season.
Pabon joined the Sheriff’s Office in January 2024, serving at the Western Massachusetts Regional Women’s Correctional Center. Sheriff Nick Cocchi described her as an “infectious smile and positive spirit” whose dedication quickly made a strong impact on the department.
“She’s part of our family,” Cocchi said in a statement. “Our hearts are with Officer Pabon, her children, and her loved ones as we pray for her strength and recovery.”
Pabon is the mother of two young children, ages 3 and 6. Fellow officers have organized verified fundraising efforts to help cover medical and family-related costs. Supporters are urged to use official donation links shared by HCSO staff members Corporal Amanda Torres-Alvarado and Officer Jacqueline Santiago.
Residents and departments across Massachusetts, including the Barnstable County Sheriff’s Office, have posted public messages of solidarity and prayer for Officer Pabon.
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