Proctorville Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Tuesday, August 29, 1916
Add to My HeroesLuther C. Kennedy
Town Marshal Luther Kennedy was beaten to death by five men he was attempting to arrest for disorderly conduct. All five suspects were apprehended.
Three suspects were charged with second degree murder. The other two were charged with aiding and abetting in the murder.
Bio
- Age 65
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Assault
- Weapon Person
- Offender Apprehended
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 Town Marshal Luther C. Kennedy of the Proctorville Police Department, Ohio and the additional 73 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police
August 30, 2018
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