Patrolman Robert E. Moran
Cincinnati Police Division
Ohio
End of Watch: Monday, January 10, 1898

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

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Saturday, January 8, 1898
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Acquitted

Patrolman Moran was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man wanted in connection with a jewelry store robbery. He and other officers were searching a house and demanded entry into a locked room. As the door opened the suspect opened fire, striking Patrolman Moran. The suspect was apprehended and positively identified by Patrolman Moran before succumbing to his injuries but later acquitted of the murder.