Nelsonville Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Tuesday, April 24, 1888
Add to My HeroesEdward H. Davis
Assistant Marshal Edward 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 and shot him twice without any warning. The subject then walked a short distance away and committed suicide.
Assistant Marshal Davis had only served with the Nelsonville Police Department for 30 days. He 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 8 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Assistant Marshal Edward H. Davis of the Nelsonville Police Department, Ohio and the additional 75 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 24, 2025
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