Lawrenceburg Police Department, Indiana
End of Watch Tuesday, February 7, 1961
Add to My HeroesJames C. Ratliff
Patrolman James Ratliff was shot and killed while at the scene of a domestic disturbance at the Wilson Oil Company.
As Patrolman Ratliff approached an occupied vehicle at the business, a male subject opened fire with a handgun, striking him. Patrolman Ratliff was pronounced dead on arrival at Dearborn County Hospital.
The suspect was charged and convicted of murder. He received a life sentence but committed suicide in 1979.
Patrolman Ratliff was a United States Marine Corps veteran who had served with the Lawrenceburg Police Department for one year. He was survived by his wife, three sons, and a daughter.
Bio
- Age 52
- Tour 20 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Convicted of murder and committed suicid
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsPatrolman Ratliff,
On today, the 62nd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USMC in Nicaragua. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow LEO;former Marine
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