Willard Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Monday, July 14, 1884
Add to My HeroesJohn George Wisebaker
Village Marshal John Wisebaker was killed after responding to a report of a large public brawl in a railroad yard.
When Marshal Wisebaker identified himself at the scene he was struck in the head with a heavy metal railroad coupling pin. Marshal Wisebaker died seven days later from the injury.
Marshal Wisebaker had served with the Willard Police Department for eight months. He was survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 8 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Incident Date Monday, July 7, 1884
- Weapon Blunt object
- Offender Never identified
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Village Marshal John George Wisebaker of the Willard Police Department, Ohio and the additional 67 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
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Westerville, Ohio Division of Police
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