Dayton Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Thursday, April 6, 1967
Add to My HeroesRonald K. Wells
Patrolman Ronald Wells was accidentally shot and killed by a fellow officer who was playing around in the city jail at 335 West Third Street.
He succumbed to the wound approximately one month after the incident.
Patrolman Wells had served with the Dayton Police Department for one year. He was survived by his wife and 2-year-old son.
Bio
- Age 25
- Tour 1 year
- Badge 105
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
- Incident Date Friday, February 24, 1967
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Please help me honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Ronald K. Wells of the Dayton Police Department, Ohio and the additional 70 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
April 6, 2025
