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Chief of Police John R. Bohl | Chardon Police Department, Ohio
Chardon Police Department, Ohio

Chief of Police

John R. Bohl

Chardon Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch: Tuesday, October 25, 1966

Biographical Info

Age: 51
Tour of Duty: 26 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details

Cause of Death: Heart attack
Date of Incident: October 25, 1966
Weapon Used: Not available
Suspect Info: Not available

Chief of Police John Bohl suffered a fatal heart attack shortly after arriving at the scene of a horrific traffic crash on US Route 6.

When he arrived at the scene, five victims, including an infant, had already died. As he assisted with the rescue efforts of other victims, mostly young children, he suffered a heart attack. He was pronounced dead at the Geauga Community Hospital.

Ultimately, six adults, an infant, and a toddler died in the crash. A photographer also suffered a heart attack.

Chief Bohl had served as the chief of police of the Chardon Police Department for 19 years and served in law enforcement for over 26 years. He was survived by his wife, stepson, mother, brother, and three grandchildren.