Patrolman Frank Cichon, Youngstown Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Frank Cichon

Youngstown Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Saturday, December 21, 1963

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Frank Cichon

Patrolman Frank Cichon was struck and killed by a drunk driver at Glenwood Avenue and Cleveland Street while he and another officer investigated a hit-and-run accident at 1:30 am.

The two officers and two civilians were standing in the street when the drunk driver struck all four of them. Patrolman Cichon was thrown 115 feet. He was transported to South Side Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries two hours later.

The driver was arrested and was determined to have a BAC of .135. He was issued a fine of $2,500.

Patrolman Cichon had served with the Youngstown Police Department for 13 years. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and two sons.

Bio

Age 41
Tour 13 years
Badge 139

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Fined $2,500

accident investigation, Impaired Driver

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service of Patrolman Frank Cichon of the Youngstown Police Department, Youngstown, Ohio and the additional 96 peace officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

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

December 21, 2025