Village Marshal Roy N. Painter

Village Marshal Roy N. Painter | Hanoverton Village Police Department, Ohio
Hanoverton Village Police Department, Ohio
Village Marshal Roy N. Painter

Hanoverton Village Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, July 13, 1965

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Roy N. Painter

Marshal Painter was killed in an automobile accident on Route 30 while on patrol. Several witnesses reported Marshal Painter attempting to stop a speeding vehicle prior to the accident.

Marshal Painter held a dual role as a Columbiana County constable in addition to the being the Hanoverton Village marshal. He had served as a constable for over 15 years.

He was a US Army veteran of WWII and was the recipient of the Purple Heart. He was survived by his wife, three daughters, two sons, and his father.

Bio

  • Age 43
  • Tour 15 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash
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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Village Marshal Roy N. Painter of the Hanoverton Village Police Department, Ohio, and the additional 83 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

July 13, 2024

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