Nelsonville Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Tuesday, April 24, 1888
Edward H. Davis
Assistant Marshal Davis was shot and killed by a man he had previously arrested. Marshal Davis was standing on a street corner near the town square when the man walked up to him. The man then shot him twice without any warning, killing him instantly. The suspect then walked a short distance away and committed suicide.
Assistant Marshal Davis had only served with the Nelsonville Police Department for 30 days, and was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 1 month
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Committed suicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Assistant Marshal Edward H. Davis of the Nelsonville Police Department, Ohio and the additional 68 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police
April 24, 2018
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