Patrolman Clarence Lutz, Springfield Police Department, Ohio

Patrolman Clarence Lutz

Springfield Police Department, Ohio

End of Watch Monday, December 29, 1930

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Clarence Lutz

Patrolman Clarence Lutz was struck and killed by a taxi while attempting to flag down a vehicle on Columbia Street. He was transported to City Hospital where he died 30 minutes later.

Patrolman Lutz had served with the Springfield Police Department for 2 years. He was survived by his wife, son, and step-daughter.

He was buried in Ferncliff Cemetery in Springfield, Clark County, Ohio.

Bio

Age 28
Tour 2 years
Badge 31

Incident Details

Cause Struck by vehicle

foot patrol

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NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service of Patrolman Clarence Lutz of the Springfield Police Department, Springfield, Ohio and the additional 72 peace officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

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

December 29, 2025