Worcester Police Diversity Officer, Sgt. Derrick Leto, 42, of Millbury, died on Friday.
Sergeant Derrick Leto of the Worcester Police Department passed away suddenly on March 17, 2023.
Worcester Sergeant Derrick Leto died off duty, according to the city.
“Heartbroken and saddened to share with the Worcester Police Department the off-duty passing of Derrick, Sergeant and Diversity Officer”.
The circumstances surrounding his exact cause of death are unclear. In memory of Worcester Police Sgt. Derek, Worcester flags will be flown at half mast.
sergeant. Derek Leto serves as the division’s chief diversity officer. Leto, a Millbury resident who was promoted to sergeant in 2017, died Friday.
Who is Derek Leto?
Sergeant Derek is a Sergeant and Diversity Officer with the Worcester Police Department.
In addition to serving as a police officer, Leto volunteered with the Worcester Youth Program. He is also a father and husband.
He played basketball, he was also a boxer. Derek has given hope and inspiration to many.
He can make everyone in the room laugh and have a good time. Leto has a great personality and a beautiful heart. He has a pure spirit, among other admirable qualities.
He gained notoriety due to his actions and interactions with others. Because he was not driven by self-interest, he left an impact on those around him that won’t be soon forgotten. He’s the kind of guy who wants to help.
Derek Leto death
sergeant. Derek’s cause of death is unknown. “There are no words to express how difficult this loss is for the men and women of the Worcester Police Department and the entire city.”
advertise
City Manager Eric Batista, in a message to city staff, said City Manager Eric Batista in a statement Friday on social media from District 2 Councilman Candy Mero-Carlson. The letter described Derek as “an outstanding officer and human being”.
According to Batista’s letter, the department will provide peer support and crisis intervention to Worcester Police and other staff affected by the death.
Derek’s departure leaves a huge void in the entire Worcester community.
