Lorain Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Thursday, March 30, 1944
Add to My HeroesGeorge Kirk
Patrolman George Kirk died when he fell down an elevator shaft while checking the Lorain Hardware Company on Broadway Road in Lorain at approximately 2:30 am. It is unknown why the elevator doors were open and how he fell in.
Patrolman Kirk had served with the Lorain Police Department for 25 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and grandson.
Bio
- Age 57
- Tour 25 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Fall
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View all 17 ReflectionsMay God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven. You are not forgotten Officer Kirk. Thank you for your service.
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