Patrolman Clarence Cerill Chance, Cuyahoga Falls Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Clarence Cerill Chance

Cuyahoga Falls Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Friday, May 30, 1947

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Clarence Cerill Chance

Patrolman Clarence Chance was pursuing a speeding motorist on his motorcycle when he was struck by cross traffic at the intersection of Oakwood Drive and Front Street.

Patrolman Chance was a United States Navy World War II veteran who served with the Cuyahoga Falls Police Department for four years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, three brothers, and a sister.

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Age 37
Tour 4 years
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash

motorcycle, vehicle crash, vehicle pursuit

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Clarence Cerill Chance of the Cuyahoga Falls Police Department, Ohio and the additional 70 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

May 30, 2025