Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Wednesday, September 13, 1972
Howard F. Smith
Detective Howard Smith succumbed to gunshot wounds received nine months earlier during a bank robbery while working a protection detail at the bank. The suspects were apprehended and convicted for his murder.
Both suspects were sentenced to death, but the sentences were commuted to life in prison and they were both paroled in 2002.
Detective Smith had served with the agency for almost 32 years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 55
- Tour 32 years
- Badge D12
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Thursday, December 30, 1971
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Paroled in 2002
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsHoward, you were a dear and respected friend. I was shocked to learn of your ruthless murder. May you rest in peace.
Anonymous
A friend and neighbor.
May 30, 2016
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