Deputy Sheriff Jack R. Ellwanger, Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Ohio

Deputy Sheriff Jack R. Ellwanger

Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Ohio

End of Watch Wednesday, June 15, 1960

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Jack R. Ellwanger

Deputy Sheriff Jack Ellwanger was struck and killed by a drunk driver while directing traffic at the scene of a previous accident on Sunbury Road, near the northern border of Columbus.

He was survived by his wife and son.

Bio

Age 40
Tour Not available
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Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Not available

accident, accident scene, directing traffic

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Deputy Sheriff Jack R. Ellwanger of the Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Ohio and the additional 63 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

June 15, 2024

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