Patrolman James Edwin Waldon, Chillicothe Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman James Edwin Waldon

Chillicothe Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Sunday, August 12, 1928

James Edwin Waldon

Patrolman Waldon was killed when his police motorcycle was struck by a drunk driver while he responded to an accident call. The drunk driver was convicted of manslaughter.

Patrolman Waldon was survived by his wife and child.

Bio

Age 25
Tour Not available
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Not available

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NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman James Edwin Waldon of the Chillicothe Police Department, Ohio and the additional 64 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

August 12, 2018