Gahanna Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Wednesday, August 4, 1982
Add to My HeroesCharles C. DuVernay
Patrolman Chuck DuVernay was killed when he was struck by a vehicle four days earlier while directing traffic for a Church on Havens Corners Road at 9:45 pm.
He was transported to Mt. Carmel East Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries four days later.
Patrolman DuVernay was a United States Marine Corps veteran and had served with the Gahanna Police Department for two years. He had previously served with the Berrian County, Michigan, Sheriff's Office for one year and as a military policeman for 4 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 26
- Tour 7 years
- Badge 27
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Saturday, July 31, 1982
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View all 15 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Charles C. DuVernay of the Gahanna Police Department, Ohio, and the additional 86 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
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