Union County Sheriff's Office, Ohio
End of Watch Friday, September 23, 1927
Add to My HeroesForest S. Hager
Sheriff Forest Hager was killed when his automobile was struck by a train at a crossing near Richwood as he served papers in the county.
Bio
- Age 68
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Sheriff Forest S. Hager of the Union County Sheriff's Office, Ohio and additional 93 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
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