Patrolman Edward F. Knaul, Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Edward F. Knaul

Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Friday, December 18, 1914

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 Cemtery, 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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NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Edward F. Knaul of the Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio and the additional 58 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

December 18, 2017