Patrolman Norman C. Reker, Cleveland Heights Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Norman C. Reker

Cleveland Heights Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Saturday, February 21, 1948

Norman C. Reker

Patrolman Norman Reker was shot and killed as he and his partner responded to a robbery in progress on Colchester Road.

The robber opened fire and struck Patrolman Reker in the stomach. Both officers were able to return fire and shot the robber. Patrolman Reker was transported to a local hospital where he died a short time later.

The robber was sentenced to death in the electric chair and executed on June 23, 1949.

Patrolman Reker was survived by his wife mother and brother.

Bio

Age Not available
Tour Not available
Badge 18

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Executed in 1949

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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 Norman C. Reker of the Cleveland Heights Police Department, Ohio and the additional 57 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

February 21, 2018