Marion City Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch: Tuesday, July 4, 1922
Age: 61
Tour of Duty: 20 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Fall
Date of Incident: July 3, 1922
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available
Captain Edward Masterson died after falling on a sidewalk while participating in the advance team for a visit to the City of Marion by President Warren Harding.
As Captain Masterson stepped out of a vehicle he slipped and struck his head on the concrete. He was transported to the City hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries the next day.
Captain Masterson had served with the Marion City Police Department for 20 years. He was survived by his brother, step-sister, five nieces, and one nephew. His brother served with the Columbus Police Department.