Lorain Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Thursday, March 30, 1944
Add to My HeroesGeorge Kirk
Patrolman George Kirk died when he fell down an elevator shaft while checking the Lorain Hardware Company on Broadway Road in Lorain at approximately 2:30 am. It is unknown why the elevator doors were open and how he fell in.
Patrolman Kirk had served with the Lorain Police Department for 25 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and grandson.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour 25 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fall
Most Recent Reflection
View all 16 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Please join me and honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman George Kirk of the Lorain Police Department, Ohio and the additional 57 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
March 30, 2024
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