Patrolman Oliver P. Holderby, Springfield Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Oliver P. Holderby

Springfield Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Thursday, July 4, 1929

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Oliver P. Holderby

Patrolman Oliver Holderby was shot and killed as he and his partner attempted to question a man at the Arcade Hotel at East High Street and South Fountain Avenue at 2:30 am.

The suspect immediately opened fire, killing Patrolman Holderby and wounding his partner. The suspect was wounded by return gunfire and was arrested a short time later when he went to a hospital for treatment. The suspect died from his gunshot wounds.

Patrolman Holderby had served with the Springfield Police Department for seven years. He was survived by his wife and four children.

Bio

Age 38
Tour 7 years
Badge DETECTIVE

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

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NEVER FORGET! Please help me honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Oliver P. Holderby of the Springfield Police Department, Ohio and the additional 95 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

July 4, 2025