Columbus Division of Police, Ohio
End of Watch Wednesday, May 26, 1965
Add to My HeroesRobert F. Lisska
Patrolman Robert Lisska succumbed to injuries received in a motorcycle crash one month earlier.
Patrolman Lisska was traveling on West Broad Street when a vehicle merged into his lane and forced him to the curb. He was thrown against a metal light pole.
He was transported to the Mount Carmel Hospital, where he died from his injuries.
Patrolman Lisska had served with the Columbus Division of Police for six years. He was survived by his wife and three children.
Bio
- Age 31
- Tour 6 years
- Badge 97
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
- Incident Date Saturday, May 1, 1965
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