Dayton Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Sunday, May 21, 1916
Charles V. Thomas
Patrolman Charles Thomas was shot by a bootlegger that he was chasing near the Edgemont Dump, south of the Washington Street bridge.
His partner chased the subject, shooting him five times and killing him. Officer Thomas succumbed to his wounds one week later.
Officer Thomas had served with the Dayton Police Department for eight years. He was survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 41
- Tour 8 years
- Badge 97
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Sunday, May 14, 1916
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed by officers
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Charles V. Thomas of the Dayton Police Department, Ohio and the additional 76 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police
May 21, 2018
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