Dayton Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Monday, January 29, 1923
Add to My HeroesGeorge E. Clark
Patrolman George Clark was shot and killed while working a plainclothes burglary detail in the early morning hours.
He was shot when he stopped a subject to question him at the intersection of Third Street at Olive Street (current-day Shannon Street). A nearby officer heard the shots and was able to shoot and kill the suspect as he fled.
Patrolman Clark was a United States World War I Army veteran and had served with the Dayton Police Department for 18 months. He was survived by his expectant wife. His daughter was born in May.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 1 year, 6 months
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Sunday, January 28, 1923
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman George E. Clark of the Dayton Police Department, Ohio, and the additional 58 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 29, 2025
