Newton Falls Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Saturday, July 21, 1984
Add to My HeroesCleo J. Sheely
Patrolman Sheely suffered a fatal heart attack after leaving the scene of a call on South Canal Street. As he was driving away his patrol car swerved off the road and struck a retaining wall at the corner of South Canal Street and Liberty Street. He was transported to St. Joseph Hospital where he died approximately one hour later.
Patrolman Sheely had served with the Newton Falls Police Department for 11 years and had previously served with the Trumbull County Sheriff's Department for 2 years. He was survived by his wife, four sons, brother, and four sisters.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 13 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 8 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Cleo J. Sheely of the Newton Falls Police Department, Ohio, and the additional 70 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
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