Patrolman Edward Parker, Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio

Patrolman Edward Parker

Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio

End of Watch Wednesday, June 19, 1912

Edward Parker

Patrolman Edward Parker was shot and killed by a rioting railroad striker on East 26th Street.

He had approached a man he believed to be the ringleader of the strikers and a struggle ensued. The man shot Patrolman Parker in the chest with a concealed handgun and fled the scene. A juvenile witness followed the suspect and three accomplices and was able to alert authorities who arrested the men. The shooter posted bond and then fled the area and was never located.

Patrolman Parker had been with the agency for one year and was survived by his wife and daughter.

Bio

Age 31
Tour 1 year
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender Fled the scene

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NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Edward Parker of the Cleveland Police Department, Ohio and the additional 64 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

June 19, 2018