Patrolman John G. Hough, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio

Patrolman John G. Hough

Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, December 3, 1940

John G. Hough

Patrolman John Hough was struck and killed by a drunk driver while assisting a stranded motorist on US Route 52 in Scioto County. The drunk driver fled the scene after striking him. Patrolman Hough succumbed to his injuries 11 weeks later.

Patrolman Hough had served with the agency for 2.5 years.

Bio

Age 38
Tour 2 years, 6 months
Badge 4/42

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Incident Date Thursday, September 19, 1940
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Not available

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NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman John G. Hough of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio and the additional 62 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

December 3, 2017