Patrolman John G. Hough
Ohio State Highway Patrol
Ohio
End of Watch: Tuesday, December 3, 1940

Biographical Info
Age: 38
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Vehicular assault
Date of Incident: Thursday, September 19, 1940
Weapon Used: Automobile; Alcohol involved
Suspect Info: Not available

Patrolman Hough was struck and killed by a drunk driver while assisting a stranded motorist on US Route 52 in Scioto County. The drunk driver fled the scene after striking him. Patrolman Hough succumbed to his injuries 11 weeks later.