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James Skernivitz

Case from Cleveland, OH dated Sep 03, 2020

Victim Details

James M. Skernivitz

Male

White / Caucasian

Cleveland

OH

2020-09-03

53

James

Skernivitz

07/19/2026

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James Skernivitz, a 53-year-old male detective with the Cleveland Police Department, was tragically killed in the line of duty on September 3, 2020. He was working undercover with a federal task force aimed at reducing violent crime and illegal firearms when he was fatally shot. Skernivitz was a beloved husband, father, and son, leaving behind a grieving family.

The incident occurred near West 57th Street and West 67th Place in Cleveland, OH. Skernivitz and a 50-year-old police informant, ...
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  • WSYX: 3 teens allegedly killed Cleveland detective, informant in robbery attempt
  • wkyc.com: Funeral arrangements announced for Cleveland Det. James Skernivitz
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    I was thinking today about the families behind the headlines, and my heart truly goes out to James S... ...Read More
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    I can't get over how selfless and courageous Detective Skernivitz's family has been throughout this ... ...Read More
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