1927-03-29 Elliott Horace E
Patrolman Horace D. Elliott

Entered Division of Police
July 13, 1923
Died In the Line of Duty
March 29, 1927

Patrolman Horace D. Elliott, who came into the department July 13, 1923, was the 20th officer killed in the line of duty.  About 11 a.m. on March 29, 1927, he was riding his motorcycle at Sandusky and West Broad Streets when he skidded and crashed into a safety zone.  He suffered a fractured skull and later died.  Patrolman John Garner was also injured the same night when his motorcycle skidded and crashed as he went to summon aid for Patrolman Elliott.