Police Officer Eric Joseph Joering

Police Officer Eric Joseph Joering

Westerville Division of Police, Ohio

End of Watch Saturday, February 10, 2018

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Eric Joseph Joering

Police Officer Eric Joering and Police Officer Anthony Morelli were shot and killed when they responded to a 911 hangup call in the 300 block of Crosswind Drive.

As officers arrived at the home they made contact with the residents of the apartment and let inside. As they walked into the apartment a 30-year-old male subject opened fire on them, mortally wounding Officer Joering and Officer Morelli. Despite their wounds, both officers were able to return fire and wounded the subject.

Officer Morelli was transported to a local hospital where he died a short time later.

The subject was charged with two counts of capital murder of a law enforcement officer.

Officer Joering had served with the Westerville Division of Police for 17 years. He is survived by his wife, four daughters, and his K-9 partner Sam. Arrangements have been made for Sam to remain with his widow and daughters.

Bio

  • Age 39
  • Tour 17 years
  • Badge 509

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Charged with murder

911 hangup

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Today I remember you and Morelli, because my dad was killed the same day many years before you. I was reflecting and writing on facebook about my dad that morning I heard about your tragedy as well. I stopped and started crying, immediately knowing how your family will feel and what they will endure. And now 5 years later, it's still fresh in minds of many. My prayers and thoughts are always with your family this day as I reflect about my dad. You are missed and remembered, rest in peace.

Daughter of Michael Blankenship, OSUPD, EOW 2/10/97

Dianne Ratliff

February 10, 2023

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