Deputy Sheriff Ronald L. Coen

Deputy Sheriff Ronald L. Coen | Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Ohio
Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Ohio
Deputy Sheriff Ronald L. Coen

Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Ohio

End of Watch Thursday, January 27, 1994

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Ronald L. Coen

Deputy Sheriff Ronald Coen was killed in an automobile crash on Stelzer Road while responding to a call for backup.

His patrol car struck a utility pole after it hydroplaned on a section of road that was wet from recent rainfall. He was transported to Grant Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries.

Deputy Coen was killed three days before his 25th birthday. He had served with the Franklin County Sheriff's Office for three years. He was survived by his parents and five siblings.

Bio

  • Age 24
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge 164

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash

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I can't believe it's almost 30 years since you've been gone. Many other deputies that you knew have passed away. 2 years retired now. Still thinking about you.

Sgt. Bill Cox
Franklin County Sheriff's Office (Retired)

November 18, 2023

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