Chief of Police John Tobia Ruth

Chief of Police John Tobia Ruth | Lehman Township Police Department, Pennsylvania
Lehman Township Police Department, Pennsylvania
Chief of Police John Tobia Ruth

Lehman Township Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Sunday, July 20, 1930

Add to My Heroes

John Tobia Ruth

Chief Ruth was shot and killed while investigating a murder from the previous day. The suspect ambushed Chief Ruth and shot him. The chief was taken to Nesbitt Hospital where he died of his wounds. The suspect committed suicide a short time later.

Chief Ruth had served with the Lehman Township Police Department for 5 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

  • Age 40
  • Tour 5 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Committed suicide
LODD Mapping FAQs

Most Recent Reflection

View all 4 Reflections

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 83rd anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 13, 2013

Want even more control of your Reflection? Create a free ODMP account now for these benefits:

  • Quick access to your heroes
  • Reflections published quicker
  • Save a Reflection signature
  • View, edit or delete any Reflection you've left in the past

Create an account for more options, or use this form to leave a Reflection now.

Recent LODD Deaths