Willoughby Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Friday, September 21, 2012
Add to My HeroesJason Edward Gresko
Police Officer Jason Gresko was killed in a vehicle collision on Harmony Lane while responding to an emergency call at approximately 9:35 p.m.
His patrol car collided with a pickup truck and then struck a tree, causing serious injuries. He was transported to Lake West Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries.
Officer Gresko was a part-time officer with the Willoughby Police Department and also served as a full-time officer with the Cleveland Clinic Police Department. He had served in law enforcement for 9-1/2 years. He is survived by his wife, 2-year-old daughter, parents, three brothers, and sister.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 9 years, 6 months
- Badge S63
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 199 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Police Officer Jason Edward Gresko of the Willoughby Police Department, Ohio and the additional 75 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
September 21, 2023
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