Patrolman Edward F. Knaul, Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Edward F. Knaul

Cincinnati Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Friday, December 18, 1914

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Edward F. Knaul

Patrolman Edward Knaul was shot while attempting to arrest a man wanted in two bank robberies. He was taken to a hospital and died from his wounds the next day.

The suspect was later shot and killed by other officers after a brief car chase.

Patrolman Knaul was survived by his wife and two sons.

He is buried at Spring Grave Cemetery, Hamilton County, Ohio.

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Age 50
Tour 15 years, 6 months
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Thursday, December 17, 1914
Weapon Handgun
Offender Shot and killed

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service of Patrolman Edward F. Knaul of the Cincinnati Police Department, Cincinnati, Ohio and the additional 85 peace officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

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

December 18, 2025