Patrolman Edward Harper, Kenton Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Edward Harper

Kenton Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, March 31, 1891

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Edward Harper

Patrolman Edward Harper was stabbed to death after responding to reports of a disturbance involving a drunk man.

The man stabbed him in the neck as Patrolman Harper attempted to make an arrest.

The suspect was arrested but lynched by a mob before he could stand trial.

Patrolman Harper was survived by his wife and two children.

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Incident Details

Cause Stabbed
Weapon Edged weapon; Knife
Offender Lynched by mob

arrest attempt, disorderly

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Edward Harper of the Kenton Police Department, Ohio and the additional 78 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

March 31, 2025