Patrolman Peter A. Reddy, Martins Ferry Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Peter A. Reddy

Martins Ferry Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Thursday, December 20, 1928

Peter A. Reddy

Patrolman Reddy was shot and killed as he and his partner attempted to arrest a man wanted for beating a woman. When the officers arrived at the man's home they located him in the garage. They informed the man he was under arrest but, instead of surrendering, the man opened fire, mortally wounding Patrolman Reddy.

Both officers returned fire, killing the suspect.

Bio

Age 57
Tour Not available
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Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

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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 Peter A. Reddy of the Martins Ferry Police Department, Ohio and the additional 67 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

December 20, 2017