Patrolman August E. Dyke, Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio

Patrolman August E. Dyke

Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio

End of Watch Thursday, March 24, 1921

Add to My Heroes

August E. Dyke

Patrolman August Dyke was shot and killed while attempting to apprehend three armed robbery suspects at East 147th Street and Westropp Avenue in Cleveland.

During the ensuing chase, he was shot once in the chest. He was able to return fire and wounded one of the suspects.

The men were later apprehended the shooter pled guilty to murder. The man was sentenced to death and executed on February 16, 1923. The other men were convicted of manslaughter.

Patrolman Dyke had served with the Cleveland Division of Police for seven years. He was survived by his wife and three children.

Bio

Age 26
Tour 7 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Handgun
Offender Executed in 1923

arrest attempt, motor officer

LODD Mapping FAQs

Most Recent Reflection

View all 19 Reflections

NEVER FORGET! honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman August E. Dyke of the Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio and the additional 59 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 24, 2025