Patrolman William Reed, Toledo Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman William Reed

Toledo Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Wednesday, December 28, 1921

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William Reed

Patrolman William Reed was shot and killed while questioning a suspect in the 1800 block of Canton Street.

The subject was found hiding under a porch on Smith Street a short time later.

Patrolman Reed had served with the Toledo Police Department for four years and was assigned to the Vice Squad. He was survived by his wife and six children.

Bio

Age 31
Tour 4 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun; .38 caliber
Offender Arrested

plainclothes, suspicious person

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service of Patrolman William Reed of the Toledo Police Department, Toledo, Ohio and the additional 73 peace officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation

December 28, 2025