Dennis Girard dies in fatal Springfield officer-involved shooting

Dennis Girard dies in fatal Springfield officer-involved shooting

Fatal Springfield officer-involved shooting death of Dennis Girard – Obituary

Dennis Girard, 38, of Springfield, was killed in an officer-involved shooting on December 20. The incident occurred on Worcester Street after police received a 911 call reporting a man armed with a knife and displaying erratic behavior.

According to authorities, an officer discharged their firearm, striking Girard, who was pronounced dead at the scene. The Springfield Police Department and the Hampden District Attorney’s Office are jointly investigating the shooting. Findings regarding the use of force will be made public once the investigation is complete.