Newbury Township Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Saturday, January 1, 1972
Michael Donald Chihil
Constable Chihil was killed when his patrol car was struck head-on by a drunk driver as he responded to assist the Burton Police Department on a call. The collision occurred on Route 87 in front of St. Helen's Catholic Church.
Constable Chihil was the town's part time constable and police chief. He had only been with the agency for six months. He was survived by his wife and two daughters.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicular assault
- Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Constable Michael Donald Chihil of the Newbury Township Police Department, Ohio and the additional 87 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Chief Joe Morbitzer
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