Rome Township Constable's Office, Ohio
End of Watch Tuesday, July 29, 1952
Joseph Rigney
Constable Joseph Rigney was shot and killed as he attempted to serve a warrant on a man for resisting an officer.
The subject pleaded guilty to manslaughter and was sentenced to one to 20 years in prison.
Constable Rigney was survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 70
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Sentenced to 20 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Constable Joseph Rigney of the Rome Township Constable's Office, Ohio and the additional 54 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
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