Patrolman Edward F. Knaul

Patrolman Edward F. Knaul | Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio Patrolman Edward F. Knaul | Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio
Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio
Patrolman Edward F. Knaul | Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio
Patrolman Edward F. Knaul | Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio
Patrolman Edward F. Knaul

Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Friday, December 18, 1914

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Edward F. Knaul

Patrolman Edward Knaul was shot while attempting to arrest a man wanted in two bank robberies. He was taken to a hospital and died from his wounds the next day.

The suspect was later shot and killed by other officers after a brief car chase.

Patrolman Knaul was survived by his wife and two sons.

He is buried at Spring Grave Cemetery, Hamilton County, Ohio.

Bio

  • Age 50
  • Tour 15 years, 6 months
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Incident Date Thursday, December 17, 1914
  • Weapon Handgun
  • Offender Shot and killed
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Patrolman Knaul,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Cincinnati.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

December 18, 2024

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