Deputy Sheriff Herbert I. Wexler

Deputy Sheriff Herbert I. Wexler

Lucas County Sheriff's Department, Ohio

End of Watch Sunday, April 30, 1967

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Herbert I. Wexler

Deputy Sheriff Herbert Wexler was killed in an automobile crash at the intersection of Route 2 and Teachout Road in Jerusalem Township while responding to a disturbance call.

At 8:49 p.m., Deputy Wexler was traveling westbound on Route 2 and slowed down to make a U-turn on Route 2. Another car attempted to pass him but struck him from behind at high speed. Both vehicles careened off the road before coming to a stop. Deputy Wexler suffered a skull fracture.

The driver of the other vehicle and a passenger in the car were transported to an area hospital with injuries. The driver was sentenced to 60 days in jail and a $200 fine for driving with a suspended license.

Deputy Wexler was a U.S. Air Force veteran and had served with the Lucas County Sheriff's Department for 3 months. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and sister.

Bio

  • Age 28
  • Tour 3 months
  • Badge Not available
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash

disturbance, response driving, vehicle crash

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Deputy Sheriff Herbert I. Wexler of the Lucas County Sheriff's Department, Ohio and the additional 56 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

April 30, 2025

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