Robert M. Cabral
was appointed to the Swansea Police Department on
January 7, 1980. He was promoted to sergeant in March of
2000. He was posthumously promoted to Lieutenant after
his untimely death on November 5, 2005.
Lt. Cabral was killed in a motor vehicle accident while
on duty by an alleged drunk driver. “Officer Bob”, as he
was best known, will always be remembered for his
tireless devotion to the DARE program and dedication to
the youth of the community.
Lt. Cabral was honored in 2003 as a Bank Five Hometown
Hero recipient for his work in the DARE program.
He left two children, his siblings and countless
friends. |