Akron Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Wednesday, July 8, 1925
Add to My HeroesHarold Rogers
Patrolman Harold Rogers was killed when his motorcycle collided with a truck on Brown Street near Thornton Street while pursuing a reckless driver at 7:30 p.m.
Patrolman Rogers was a United States Army WWI veteran and had served with the Akron Police Department for 3 and 1/2 years. He was survived by his wife, mother, two brothers, and a sister.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 3 years, 6 months
- Badge 95
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Vehicle pursuit
- Weapon Not available
- Offender Not available
Most Recent Reflection
View all 15 ReflectionsOfficer Rogers,
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. Army during World War I.
BPA Mike Casey
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July 8, 2025
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