Police Officer Keith Lee Evans, Columbus Division of Police, Ohio

Police Officer Keith Lee Evans

Columbus Division of Police, Ohio

End of Watch Sunday, July 9, 1995

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Keith Lee Evans

Police Officer Keith Evans died from injuries sustained on July 3rd while directing traffic for the 4th of July celebrations at West Broad Street west of I-70.

A drunk motorist that Officer Evans had stopped at an intersection became irate and tried to drive through. Officer Evans attempted to stop him by reaching into the car to turn off the ignition. The motorist dragged Officer Evans several feet before falling off the vehicle and hitting his head on the pavement.

The 41-year-old suspect was arrested a short time later. He was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to 5 to 10 years but released after he served six months of jail time for Officer Evans' death.

Officer Evans was a United States Navy veteran and had served with the Columbus Division of Police for 25 years. He was due to retire in less than a year. He was survived by his wife and two children.

Bio

Age 47
Tour 25 years
Badge 445
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Incident Date Monday, July 3, 1995
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Served six months

directing traffic, Impaired Driver, traffic stop

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Officer Evans,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Navy. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 9, 2025