Patrolman James H. Llewellyn

Patrolman James H. Llewellyn | Springfield Police Department, Ohio
Springfield Police Department, Ohio
Patrolman James H. Llewellyn

Springfield Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Sunday, March 21, 1915

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James 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

motorcycle

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NEVER 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 70 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, 2022

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