Springfield Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Sunday, March 21, 1915
Add to My HeroesJames H. Llewellyn
Patrolman James Llewellyn died from injuries sustained when he was struck by a streetcar at the intersection of Clifton Avenue and Spring Street.
He was riding his department motorcycle when he swerved to avoid striking the streetcar. As a result, he crashed and fell in front of the streetcar, which then struck him.
He suffered severe injuries and was taken to the local hospital. He was able to speak with his family before lapsing into unconsciousness and passing away.
Patrolman Llewellyn had served with the Springfield Police Department for 2 years. He was survived by his family.
He was buried at Calvary Cemetery.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 2 years
- Badge 20
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by streetcar
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 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 H. Llewellyn of the Springfield Police Department, Ohio and the additional 73 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 21, 2023
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