Geauga County Sheriff's Department, Ohio
End of Watch Tuesday, August 14, 1956
Howard Scott
Deputy Scott succumbed to injuries received the previous day when he was struck by a drunk driver while directing traffic following the races at the Grandview Race Track.
Deputy Scott had been with the agency for 15 years and was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour 15 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Incident Date Monday, August 13, 1956
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Deputy Howard Scott of the Geauga County Sheriff's Department, Ohio and the additional 67 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police
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