Dayton Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Monday, January 17, 1916
Add to My HeroesJohn J. Stapleton
Patrolman John Stapleton was killed in a motorcycle crash at the intersection of North Main Street at Burton Avenue while responding to a report of a fire.
He was on his motorcycle and was following a fire truck when he ran into the fire truck.
Patrolman Stapleton had been with the Dayton Police Department for 11 years. He was survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 39
- Tour 11 years
- Badge 54
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman John J. Stapleton of the Dayton Police Department, Ohio, and the additional 76 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 17, 2025
