Patrolman Fred Karsch, Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Fred Karsch

Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Thursday, November 4, 1880

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Fred Karsch

Patrolman Fred Karsch succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained the previous day when he was shot by a suspect while attempting to disperse a crowd.

The suspect was apprehended by Patrolman Karsch's partner. The suspect was stabbed to death on Aug. 15, 1883, during an argument with another man at a polling place.

Patrolman Karsch had served with the Cincinnati Police Department for more than two years. He was survived by his wife and son.

He is buried at Vine Street Hill Cemetery, Hamilton County, Ohio.

Bio

Age 36
Tour 2 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Wednesday, November 3, 1880
Weapon Handgun; Revolver
Offender Stabbed to death in 1883

crowd control

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Fred Karsch oof the Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio, and the additional 73 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorneys General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

November 4, 2024