Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio
End of Watch Saturday, January 1, 1938
Add to My HeroesCharles G. Cannon
Patrolman Cannon was killed in a motorcycle accident while patrolling US Route 42 in Cedarville, Ohio. His motorcycle collided with a dog that darted into the roadway.
Patrolman Cannon had served with the agency for 4 years and was stationed at Springfield at the time. He was survived by his wife and three siblings.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 4 years
- Badge 77/139
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Charles G. Cannon of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio and the additional 84 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
January 1, 2023
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