Chillicothe Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Sunday, August 12, 1928
Add to My HeroesJames Edwin Waldon
Patrolman James 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, daughter, parents, and sister.
He is buried at Grandview Cemetery, Chillicothe, Ross County, Ohio.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman James Edwin Waldon of the Chillicothe Police Department, Ohio, and the additional 80 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
End of Watch Sunday, August 12, 1928
Patrolman James 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, daughter, parents, and sister.
He is buried at Grandview Cemetery, Chillicothe, Ross County, Ohio.
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
August 12, 2024
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