Deputy Marshal Ernest C. Gray

Deputy Marshal Ernest C. Gray | Willoughby Police Department, Ohio Deputy Marshal Ernest C. Gray | Willoughby Police Department, OhioDeputy Marshal Ernest C. Gray | Willoughby Police Department, Ohio
Willoughby Police Department, Ohio
Deputy Marshal Ernest C. Gray | Willoughby Police Department, Ohio Deputy Marshal Ernest C. Gray | Willoughby Police Department, OhioDeputy Marshal Ernest C. Gray | Willoughby Police Department, Ohio
Deputy Marshal Ernest C. Gray

Willoughby Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Wednesday, July 16, 1919

Ernest C. Gray

Deputy Marshal Ernest Gray was shot and killed and two men who were assisting him were severely wounded when they attempted to arrest two brothers in a stolen vehicle. The suspects, ages 19 and 20, opened fire as the three approached them. Deputy Gray and both men were unarmed. The two suspects were arrested by a posse after the incident.

The older brother was convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to life in prison on December 12, 1919. His brother was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to an indeterminate term in prison.

Deputy Marshal Gray was survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

  • Age 42
  • Tour Not available
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Arrested
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NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Deputy Marshal Ernest C. Gray of the Willoughby Police Department, Ohio and the additional 76 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

July 16, 2018

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