HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - The community came together to remember Hartford Detective Bobby Garten who was killed in the line of duty two years ago.

Hartford police and the family of Detective Garten gathered at the police academy for a memorial on Saturday evening.

On September 6, 2023, the detective was killed when his cruiser was hit by a man fleeing a traffic stop in Hartford.

Two years later, this memorial focused on the love that remains for Bobby.

“Bobby lit up a room when he walked in. One of those old souls that was always in a good mood, always giving off good vibes,” said Captain Gabriel Laureano, Hartford Police Department.

Captain Laureano worked with Bobby in the city’s street crime unit.

“I think it’s important that we continue to honor Bobby, honor his legacy, honor the

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