Patrolman Robert E. Karsmizki, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio

Patrolman Robert E. Karsmizki

Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio

End of Watch Sunday, March 31, 1957

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Robert E. Karsmizki

Patrolman Robert Karsmizki was shot and killed following the high-speed pursuit of a murder suspect. The suspect was shot and killed by an auxiliary officer.

Patrolman Karsmizki had served with the Ohio State Highway Patrol for 9 years and was stationed at the Bucyrus Post. He was survived by his wife, child, parents, and four siblings.

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Age 35
Tour 9 years, 6 months
Badge 166/458

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Weapon Gun; Unknown type
Offender Shot and killed

murder suspect, vehicle pursuit

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NEVER FORGET! Please help me honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Robert E. Karsmizki of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio and the additional 78 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

March 31, 2025