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Photograph: Probation Officer David Poling

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Probation Officer David Poling
Gallipolis Municipal Court
Ohio

End of Watch: Tuesday, May 22, 2007

Biographical Info
Age: 32
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Drowned
Date of Incident: Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Apprehended

Officer David Poling drowned in the Ohio River while chasing a suspect who had fled from a traffic stop initiated by the Gallipolis Police Department.

As officers chased the suspect, he jumped into the river and swam to Gallipolis Island.

Officer Poling went into the river after the suspect, but encountered problems approximately half way to the island. A city police officer and a state trooper attempted to rescue him but were unsuccessful.

The suspect was located on the island several hours later and taken into custody.

Officer Poling had previously served with the Gallipolis Police Department and Gallia County Sheriff's Office. He is survived by his wife and two young children.

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