Death of Plainville police chief leaves void in the department, colleagues say
Police Chief Matt Catania, 61, passed away suddenly after a long illness. He spent 40 those years in law enforcement. Author: Matt Caron Updated: 11:00 AM EST March 12, 2021
PLAINVILLE, Conn. The Plainville Community lost a loved leader.
Police Chief Matt Catania, 61, passed away suddenly after a long illness. He spent 40 those years in law enforcement.
He was hired as the police chief for Plainville in 2010. Well-known and well-liked, the department told said they are in the early stages of grief but will plan something soon to honor his memory.
Flags flew at half-staff outside the police department on Thursday. The entrance was draped in black cloth.