Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio
End of Watch Friday, July 23, 1976
Add to My HeroesEdward G. Moore
Sergeant Edward Moore was killed in an airplane accident in Knox County while on air patrol. During his flight, he encountered severe weather, which forced his plane to the ground near Mt. Vernon.
Sergeant Moore had served ten years with the Ohio State Highway Patrol. He was survived by his four children and parents.
Bio
- Age 34
- Tour 10 years
- Badge 50/842
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
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View all 31 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Sergeant Edward G. Moore of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio, and the additional 85 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
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