Deputy Sheriff Ronald L. Coen

Deputy Sheriff Ronald L. Coen | Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Ohio
Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Ohio
Deputy Sheriff Ronald L. Coen

Franklin County Sheriff's Office, Ohio

End of Watch Thursday, January 27, 1994

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Ronald L. Coen

Deputy Sheriff Ronald Coen was killed in an automobile crash on Stelzer Road while responding to a call for backup.

His patrol car struck a utility pole after it hydroplaned on a section of road that was wet from recent rainfall. He was transported to Grant Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries.

Deputy Coen was killed three days before his 25th birthday. He had served with the Franklin County Sheriff's Office for three years. He was survived by his parents and five siblings.

Bio

  • Age 24
  • Tour 3 years
  • Badge 164

Incident Details

  • Cause Automobile crash

Back up for fellow officer(s), vehicle crash, weather

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service of Deputy Sheriff Ronald L. Coen of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, Ohio and the additional 84 peace officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

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

January 27, 2026

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