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Former Regina police chief Troy Hagen dead at 67
Troy Hagen, who served as the chief of the Regina Police Service (RPS) for eight years, has died. He was 67.
Hagen passed away on July 31, according to an obituary published Thursday. Born and raised in Regina, Hagen followed his childhood dream of becoming a police officer, joining RPS in 1979.
He would go on to serve in patrol, drug, property crimes, stolen auto and crime prevention divisions. He also served on the service's special weapons and tactics team.
In addition to his operational work, he also served 17 years as an elected member of the Regina Police Association – including eight years as its president. He is credited as playing a key role in introducing the 12-hour shift.
Hagen rose through the ranks, being promoted to staff sergeant, inspector of north district, superintendent of community services, deputy chief and finally chief of police in 2008 – a post he held until his retirement in August of 2016.
Throughout his life, Hagen served on numerous boards and committees including Cops for Cancer, Family Services Regina, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Regina Inner City Partnership Committee, the Crime Prevention Advisory Committee, and the United Way. He also served as vice chair of Prostate Cancer Support Regina where he worked to expand access to support across the province.
Hagen is survived by his wife Judy as well as his children and grandchildren. The family thanked the Pasqua Hospital oncology unit, the Allan Blair Cancer Clinic, and the internal medicine department at the Regina General Hospital for the kindness and compassion shown to Hagen during his care.
A private celebration of life is scheduled for a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Allan Blair Cancer Centre, United Way or a charity of one's choosing.
'Above all, Troy will be remembered for his unwavering strength, determination, and wholehearted approach to life,' Hagen's obituary read.
'He met challenges head on, treasured time with those he loved, and lived with a sense of purpose and optimism that inspired everyone around him.'
