Fairfield County Sheriff's Office, Ohio
End of Watch Wednesday, January 4, 2006
Add to My HeroesEthan G. Collins
Deputy Ethan Collins was killed in an automobile accident on State Route 188, just outside of Lancaster, while responding to an officer needs assistance call at 3:45 pm.
His patrol car went out of control, rolled over, and struck a utility pole near the intersection of SR188 and Beck's Knob Road.
Deputy Collins had served with the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office for six years. He is survived by his wife, son, and daughter.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour 6 years
- Badge 268
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 433 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Deputy Sheriff Ethan G. Collins of the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office, Ohio, and the additional 60 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
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