Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Thursday, January 21, 1937
Add to My HeroesHarry L. Ward
Patrolman Harry Ward suffered a fatal heart attack after rowing a boat for 12 consecutive hours while conducting rescues during the Great Flood of 1937.
Patrolman Ward had served with the been with the Cincinnati Police Department for 31 years.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour 31 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Please help me honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Harry L. Ward of the Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio and the additional 59American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
January 21, 2024
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