Patrolman Larry J. Safreed, Riverside Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Larry J. Safreed

Riverside Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, October 2, 1984

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Larry J. Safreed

Patrolman Larry Safreed was killed when his cruiser was struck head-on by a drunk driver on Springfield Street in Riverside at 12:30 am.

He had just started his shift at around midnight and was several blocks from the station when he was struck. He was able to call in that he was involved in an accident. Patrolman Safreed was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The 35-year-old driver was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to 4 to 10 years.

Patrolman Safreed was a United States Navy veteran and served with the Riverside Police Department for seven years and previously served with the Riverside Sheriff's Office. He is survived by his wife, two sons, and a daughter.

Bio

Age 44
Tour 7 years
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Sentenced to 10 years

Impaired Driver, vehicle crash

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice Patrolman Larry J. Safreed of the Riverside Police Department, Ohio and additional 82 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

October 2, 2025