Patrolman John W. Hughes, Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman John W. Hughes

Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Saturday, June 19, 1948

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John W. Hughes

Patrolman John Hughes was killed in a motorcycle crash while on duty on Kellogg Avenue in Cincinnati.

The investigation revealed he had been chasing a speeder and crashed into a taxicab. He died from a fractured skull and a crushed pelvis.

Patrolman Hughes was a United States Army World War II veteran who served with the Cincinnati Police Department for 5.5 years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, and a daughter.

He is buried at Spring Grove Cemetery.

Bio

Age 30
Tour 5 years, 6 months
Badge 366
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Motorcycle crash

motor officer, motorcycle, vehicle pursuit

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman John W. Hughes of the Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio and the additional 70 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

June 19, 2025