Patrolman Raymond H. Griffin

Patrolman Raymond H. Griffin | Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio
Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio
Patrolman Raymond H. Griffin

Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio

End of Watch Monday, May 30, 1938

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Raymond H. Griffin

Patrolman Griffin was killed during a robbery attempt. A lady overheard the robbery and gunshots, and called police after she observed Patrolman Griffin lying on the ground. He was still alive when other officers arrived, despite being shot five times. He was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital.

Patrolman Griffin was often detailed to drive for Mayor Harold H. Burton and Safety Director Eliot Ness. Eight weeks earlier he shot and killed an armed robber in front of the Public Music Hall.

The shooter was sentenced to prison in 1946 after pleading guilty to several robberies.

Patrolman Griffin was survived by his wife of thirteen months, brother and sister. He was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters.

Bio

  • Age 29
  • Tour 4 years
  • Badge 515

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
  • Offender Not available
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NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Raymond H. Griffin of the Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio and the additional 71 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

May 30, 2021

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