Uxbridge, MA – An early-morning traffic assist turned tragic in Worcester County after an Uxbridge police officer was killed in the line of duty just before 1 a.m. today.
According to the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office, Officer Stephen LaPorta was assisting a motorist shortly before 1:00 a.m. when a collision occurred, leaving him with fatal injuries. He was pronounced dead following the crash. Additional details about the vehicles involved and the circumstances leading up to the collision have not yet been released.
Officer LaPorta, 43, served with the Uxbridge Police Department and was remembered Wednesday morning by law enforcement agencies across state lines. In a public statement, the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office said it stands with the men and women of the Uxbridge Police Department and with LaPorta’s family, friends, and colleagues as they grieve the loss.
The department noted that LaPorta became a full-time member of the Uxbridge Police Department in 2024 after previously serving as a part-time patrolman and full-time dispatcher. His career in public safety spanned multiple roles, reflecting what colleagues described as a deep commitment to service.
Officials have not yet released information on whether the incident remains under investigation or if charges are expected. Authorities are expected to provide additional updates as investigators work to determine the cause of the collision.
The death marks another somber reminder of the risks officers face during routine calls, including traffic assists that can quickly become dangerous. Flags at law enforcement buildings across the region are expected to be lowered in honor of Officer LaPorta.
Community members wishing to express condolences are encouraged to monitor official Uxbridge Police Department channels for memorial and funeral arrangements, which had not been announced as of Wednesday morning.
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