Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio
End of Watch Friday, February 27, 1925
Add to My HeroesHenry A. Richter
Patrolman Henry Richter succumbed to two gunshot wounds received a day earlier during a stakeout of the National Refining Company gas station at East 141st and St. Clair Avenue in Cleveland.
The gas station had been robbed several times and while Patrolman Richter was hiding in a back room, a robber entered and announced the holdup at 9:00 p.m. The teller said a pre-determined line to indicate a holdup was taking place. The man ordered the clerk into the back room, and as the door opened, Patrolman Richter opened fire. The suspect returned fire, striking Patrolman Richter in the chest twice. Patrolman Richter continued to fire, striking the suspect five times.
The suspect later died of his wounds. His accomplice was apprehended and sentenced to life.
Patrolman Richter was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Spanish-American War and had served with the Cleveland Division of Police for 18 years. He was survived by his wife and five children.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 18 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Thursday, February 26, 1925
- Weapon Gun; Unknown type
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 17 ReflectionsPatrolman Richter,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Navy during the Spanish-American War.
Fair Winds And Following Seas
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
February 27, 2025
