Patrolman Robert F. Lisska, Columbus Division of Police, Ohio

Patrolman Robert F. Lisska

Columbus Division of Police, Ohio

End of Watch Wednesday, May 26, 1965

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Robert F. Lisska

Patrolman Robert Lisska succumbed to injuries received in a motorcycle crash one month earlier.

Patrolman Lisska was traveling on West Broad Street when a vehicle merged into his lane and forced him to the curb. He was thrown against a metal light pole.

He was transported to the Mount Carmel Hospital, where he died from his injuries.

Patrolman Lisska had served with the Columbus Division of Police for six years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 31
Tour 6 years
Badge 97

Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash
Incident Date Saturday, May 1, 1965

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Robert F. Lisska of the Columbus Division of Police, Ohio and the additional 83 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

May 26, 2025