Patrolman Brian Kloka, Broadview Heights Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Brian Kloka

Broadview Heights Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, August 29, 1967

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Brian Kloka

Patrolman Brian Kloka was killed in an automobile crash while pursuing a speeding vehicle.

His patrol car struck a utility pole near the intersection of Broadview Road and Boston Road and rolled over. He was transported to the Akron General Hospital.

Patrolman Kloka had only served with the Broadview Heights Police Department for eight months. He was survived by his wife and sister. His father had served as the Broadview Heights Chief of Police until 1966.

Bio

Age 21
Tour 8 months
Badge 2

Incident Details

Cause Vehicle pursuit
Weapon Automobile
Offender Not available

single vehicle crash, vehicle pursuit

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Brian Kloka of the Broadview Heights Police Department, Ohio and the additional 86 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

August 29, 2025