Retired Green Bay police officer killed in collision, deputies say

OCONTO COUNTY (NBC 26) – A retired Green Bay police officer was killed in a crash and a suspect has been arrested, Oconto County officers said.

The Oconto County Sheriff’s Office said 60-year-old Thomas Roberts was riding an ATV on Shawano Line Road at Nelson Road in the town of Gillett before 7 p.m. Friday when he was struck by an SUV. Despite life-saving measures, Roberts died from his injuries.

Deputies said 32-year-old Obilio Thomas Sargento Robrelo – who lives in the town of Gillett – was driving the SUV.

Oconto Co. fatal collision suspect.jpg — Authorities arrested 32-year-old Obilio Thomas Sargento Robrelo in Arkansas in connection with a fatal crash in Oconto County.

Officers said Robrelo ran away after the crash. He was eventually located and arrested at a hotel in Jacksonville, Arkansas, and is awaiting extradition to Oconto County.

Deputies said they will release more information as it becomes available.

Green Bay police said Roberts served in the department from 2000 to 2018. In response to Roberts’ death, police posted a Facebook message saying in part, “Tom held his brothers and sisters in blue close to his heart, and his dedication to service was truly inspiring.”