Southington, CT – Aaron Pelletier Southington Obituary, CT State trooper killed in hit-and-run: Connecticut is mourning the loss of Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier, who tragically died in the line of duty. Pelletier was struck by a pickup truck during a traffic stop on Interstate 84 in Southington on Thursday, leaving the community and his fellow officers in deep sorrow.On Friday, a solemn escort procession was held for Pelletier from the chief medical examiner’s office in Farmington to the Della Vecchia Funeral Home in Southington. The route included Route 4 to I-84 west to exit 32 to Queen Street. The previous day, a massive procession of state and local police officers had accompanied Pelletier’s body to the medical examiner’s office, a poignant tribute to a fallen hero.
Pelletier, a husband and father of two young children, had a career marked by dedication and bravery. He began his service in 2015 as a member of the 125th training troop and had most recently served as a K9 officer with his partner, Roso. Despite surviving two crashes in 2016 and 2023, both of which were not his fault, Pelletier continued to face the risks inherent in his profession with unwavering commitment.
His death has left an irreplaceable void in Connecticut’s law enforcement community. His colleagues and loved ones remember him not only for his service but also as a loving family man and a valued friend. Col Daniel Loughman, commanding officer of the Connecticut State Police, expressed the collective grief and admiration, stating, “Aaron was a loving husband, a father, a son, a brother, and a friend to every man and woman to wear this uniform.”
Commissioner Ronnell Higgins highlighted Pelletier’s integral role in the community, emphasizing, “Trooper Pelletier was a part of the tapestry that weaves this diverse state together.” Governor Ned Lamont ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff, a gesture of respect and mourning for a trooper who dedicated his life to keeping Connecticut’s roads safe. Pelletier’s legacy of courage and dedication will be remembered by all who knew him.
