Patrolman Frank P. Ward
Columbus Division of Police
Ohio
End of Watch: Friday, June 9, 1911

Biographical Info
Age: Not available
Tour of Duty: 1 month
Badge Number: 164

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Friday, June 9, 1911
Weapon Used: Shotgun
Suspect Info: Shot and wounded

Patrolman Ward was shot and killed after responding to a domestic disturbance involving a man threatening his family with a shotgun. When Patrolman Ward arrived the suspect opened fire, striking him. Although mortally wounded, Patrolman Ward was able to return fire and wound the suspect.

Patrolman Ward had served with the agency for only one month.