Patrolman John G. Hough, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio

Patrolman John G. Hough

Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, December 3, 1940

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John G. Hough

Patrolman John Hough was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver while assisting a stranded motorist on US Route 52 in Scioto County.

The driver fled the scene after striking him. Patrolman Hough succumbed to his injuries 11 weeks later at the Portsmouth Hospital.

The driver was convicted of second-degree manslaughter and sentenced to 60 days in jail and a $100 fine.

Patrolman Hough had served with the Ohio State Highway Patrol for 2.5 years. He was survived by his parents, two sisters, and a brother.

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Age 38
Tour 2 years, 6 months
Badge 4/42

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Incident Date Thursday, September 19, 1940
Weapon Automobile
Offender Sentenced to 60 days in jail

disabled motorist, Impaired Driver, hit-and-run

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman John G. Hough of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio and the additional 70 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

December 3, 2024