Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Saturday, March 16, 1940
Add to My HeroesJulius Mayer, Jr.
Patrolman Julius Mayer was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a burglar at an auto parts store on West 9th Street.
During the struggle, the suspect gained control of Patrolman Mayer's service revolver and shot him as another officer ran to help him. After a short chase, that officer captured the suspect.
The suspect was convicted of Patrolman Mayer's murder and sentenced to life in prison on April 27, 1940.
Patrolman Mayer had served with the Cincinnati Police Department for 13 months. He was survived by his parents and a sister.
Bio
- Age 24
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Officer's handgun
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Julius Mayer, Jr. of the Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio and the additional 57 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 16, 2022
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