Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio
End of Watch Saturday, February 28, 1948
James P. Gardner
Patrolman James Gardner was killed in an automobile accident while pursuing a vehicle. His patrol car collided with another vehicle and then struck a telephone pole.
Patrolman Gardner was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII and had served with the Ohio State Highway Patrol for only 5 months. He was stationed at the Massillon Post.
He was survived by his parents.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 5 months
- Badge 172/455
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman James P. Gardner of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio and the additional 63 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police
February 28, 2018
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