Patrolman Charles C. Deal

Patrolman Charles C. Deal | Lorain Police Department, Ohio
Lorain Police Department, Ohio
Patrolman Charles C. Deal

Lorain Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Friday, November 6, 1925

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Charles C. Deal

Patrolman Charles Deal was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver while directing traffic at the crash scene on the Lorain-Elyria Highway at 7:50 p.m.

He succumbed to his injuries while en route to a local hospital. Three days after the collision, a man turned himself in to face manslaughter charges, but a grand jury failed to indict him.

Patrolman Deal had served with the Lorain Police Department for six years. He was survived by his wife, stepson, and two sisters.

Bio

  • Age 37
  • Tour 6 years
  • Badge 13

Incident Details

  • Cause Vehicle pursuit
  • Weapon Automobile
  • Offender Never tried

directing traffic, hit-and-run, weather

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice Patrolman Charles C. Deal of the Lorian Police Department, Lorain, Ohio.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation

November 6, 2025

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