Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio
End of Watch Thursday, July 3, 1980
Desmond Sherry
Officer Desmond Sherry was shot and killed while investigating suspicious activity while off duty.
The suspect was convicted of murder and sentenced to 27 years to life in prison.
Officer Sherry was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 29
- Tour Not available
- Badge 410
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 32 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Officer Desmond Sherry of the Cleveland Police Department, Ohio and the additional 71 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
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