Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio
End of Watch Monday, December 6, 1971
Add to My HeroesJoel F. Miller
Patrolman Joel Miller was killed when a train struck his patrol car at the Penn Central Railroad crossing on County Road 15 in Hardin County.
Patrolman Miller had served with the Ohio State Highway Patrol for over two years and was stationed at the Findlay Post. He was survived by his wife, two children, and sister.
Bio
- Age 28
- Tour 2 years, 6 months
- Badge 675/1123
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by train
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View all 15 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman Joel F. Miller of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio and the additional 82 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
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