Patrolman Robert E. Moran, Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Robert E. Moran

Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Monday, January 10, 1898

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Robert E. Moran

Patrolman Robert Moran was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a man wanted in connection with a jewelry store robbery.

Patrolman Moran and other officers were searching a house and demanded entry into a locked room. As the door opened, the suspect opened fire, striking Patrolman Moran. The suspect was apprehended and positively identified by Patrolman Moran before succumbing to his injuries. The suspect was acquitted of the murder.

Patrolman Moran had served with the Cincinnati Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife.

He is buried at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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Age 35
Tour 7 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Saturday, January 8, 1898
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Acquitted

arrest attempt

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Robert E. Moran of the Cincinnati Police Department, 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

January 10, 2025