Patrol Officer Frank A. Kania, Sr., Chatham County Police Department, Georgia

Patrol Officer Frank A. Kania, Sr.

Chatham County Police Department, Georgia

End of Watch Thursday, May 24, 1979

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Frank A. Kania, Sr.

Officer Kania was killed when his patrol car was struck head-on by a drunk driver on Ogeechee Road near the Savannah Speedway. The drunk driver crossed the center line, side-swiped the vehicle in front of Officer Kania, and then struck his vehicle head-on.

The drunk driver was charged with vehicular homicide, DUI, and driving too fast for conditions. He was sentenced to 2 years in prison and 5 years probation.

Officer Kania had served with the Chatham County Police Department for 7 years and had previously served with the Savannah Police Department. He was survived by his wife, daughter, and two sons.

Bio

Age 32
Tour 7 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Sentenced to 5 years probation

Impaired Driver, vehicle crash

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Never will l forget you Daddy. Time flies by with a blink of my eye but know that you will always be my hero and l the apple of your eye. I miss you so much. You will always shine brighter than all the stars above so l only need to look to the sky and l see and feel your your protection. I love you.

Stephanie Shalane Kania
Daughter

August 9, 2025