Patrolman James R. Wert, Ravenna Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman James R. Wert

Ravenna Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Saturday, January 31, 1981

James R. Wert

Patrolman Wert was struck and killed by a drunk driver while making an arrest of a second drunk driver at 0133 hours on State Route 88. Patrolman Wert's partner was also struck and wounded. The suspect who struck the officers fled the scene but was arrested at his home a short time later.
Patrolman Wert had previously served as a Military Policeman in the Army before joining the agency. He was survived by his wife, parents, sister, and two brothers. One of his brothers later joined the Ravenna Police Department.

Bio

Age 25
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Not available

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NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman James R. Wert of the Ravenna Police Department, Ohio and the additional 69 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

January 31, 2018