Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio
End of Watch Wednesday, November 21, 1945
Add to My HeroesVance M. Andrews
Lieutenant Vance Andrews was killed in an automobile crash on State Route 13 in Mt. Vernon when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a bridge abutment.
Lieutenant Andrews had served with the Ohio State Highway Patrol for 12 years and was stationed at Columbus. He was survived by his wife, son, two daughters, parents, and brother.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 12 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Lieutenant Vance M. Andrews of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio, and the additional 66 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorneys General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
November 21, 2024
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