Canton Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Wednesday, January 2, 1929
Add to My HeroesJames L. Lindesmith
Patrolman Lindesmith was struck and killed by a vehicle while crossing the street in a crosswalk at the intersection of Walnut Avenue and 7th Street, SE. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene
Patrolman Lindesmith had served with the Canton Police Department for 22 years. He was survived by his wife and several children.
Bio
- Age 61
- Tour 22 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 10 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman James L. Lindesmith of the Canton Police Department, Ohio and the additional 72 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
January 2, 2023
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