Detective Charles E. Hefner

Detective Charles E. Hefner

Lima Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, February 27, 1951

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Charles E. Hefner

Detective Hefner was shot and killed when he and another detective responded to a domestic disturbance in which the male subject was armed with a revolver. When the detectives confronted the man he attempted to shoot the other detective and a struggle ensued. The man and the officers fell into the kitchen and the suspect's revolver discharged. The round struck Detective Hefner in the throat. The other detective continued to struggle with the suspect and the weapon was fired again. The second round struck the suspect and instantly killed him.

Detective Hefner was transported to Lima St. Rita's Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries 27 days later.

Detective Hefner had served with the Lima Police Department for 9 years. He was survived by his wife, parents, and brothers.

Bio

  • Age 36
  • Tour 9 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Thursday, February 1, 1951
  • Weapon Handgun; Revolver
  • Offender Shot and killed

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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 Detective Charles E. Hefner of the Lima Police Department, Ohio and the additional 56 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation

February 27, 2022

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