Kenton Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch: Tuesday, April 6, 1937
Age: 64
Tour of Duty: 21 years
Badge Number: Not available
Cause of Death: Struck by vehicle
Date of Incident: April 6, 1937
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available
Patrolman Jacob Jenkins was struck and killed by a taxicab while crossing the street while on patrol.
The taxi driver did not see the officer as a result of rainy conditions.
Patrolman Jenkins had served with the Kenton Police Department for 21 years. He was survived by his wife.