Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio
End of Watch Tuesday, August 22, 1911
Add to My HeroesWalter Chapman
Patrolman Chapman was shot and killed while protecting garment workers from strikers.
While patrolling in Dacutur Alley, he was ambushed and shot through the back, killing him instantly. The shooter was never identified.
Patrolman Chapman had been with the Cleveland Division of Police for 25 years. He was survived by his wife.
Bio
- Age 58
- Tour 25 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
- Offender Case never solved
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Walter Chapman of the Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio and the additional 87 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
August 22, 2022
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