Patrolman Julius Mayer Jr.
Cincinnati Police Division
Ohio
End of Watch: Saturday, March 16, 1940

Biographical Info
Age: 24
Tour of Duty: 1 year
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Saturday, March 16, 1940
Weapon Used: Officer's handgun
Suspect Info: Sentenced to life

Patrolman Mayer was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a burglar at a auto parts store on West 9th Street. During a struggle the suspect gained control of Patrolman Mayer's service revolver and shot him as another officer was running to help him. After a short chase that officer captured the suspect.

The suspect was convicted of Patrolman Mayer's murder and sentenced to life in prison on April 27, 1940.

Patrolman Mayer was survived by his parents and a sister. He had been with the agency for 13 months.