Patrolman Vincent L. Gerek, Barberton Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Vincent L. Gerek

Barberton Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Friday, December 24, 1948

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Vincent L. Gerek

Patrolman Vincent Gerek was shot and killed while investigating a holdup at the Kroger Grocery Store on Fourth Street at Creedmore Avenue.

The gunman was mortally wounded in the exchange of gunfire with another policeman.

Patrolman Gerek served with the Barberton Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and 10-year-old daughter.

Patrolman Gerek's badge, #8, has been permanently retired by the Barberton Police Department.

Bio

Age 38
Tour 7 years
Badge 8

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

robbery

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service of Patrolman Vincent L. Gerek of the Barberton Police Department, Barberton, Ohio and the additional 118 peace officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

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

December 24, 2025