Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio
End of Watch Sunday, March 31, 1957
Add to My HeroesRobert E. Karsmizki
Patrolman Robert Karsmizki was shot and killed following the high-speed pursuit of a murder suspect. The suspect was shot and killed by an auxiliary officer.
Patrolman Karsmizki had served with the Ohio State Highway Patrol for 9 years and was stationed at the Bucyrus Post. He was survived by his wife, child, parents, and four siblings.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 9 years, 6 months
- Badge 166/458
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Robert E. Karsmizki of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio and the additional 76 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
March 31, 2023
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