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Anthony Morelli

Case from Westerville, OH dated Feb 10, 2018

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Anthony Morelli

Male

White / Caucasian

Westerville

OH

2018-02-10

54

Anthony

Morelli

07/09/2026

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Anthony Morelli, a 54-year-old Caucasian male, was a dedicated police officer in Westerville, Ohio. On February 10, 2018, Officer Morelli responded to a domestic violence call along with his colleague, Officer Eric Joering. The call was a result of a 911 hang-up, which led them to the residence of Quentin Smith. Upon entering the apartment, Smith opened fire, fatally shooting both officers. Officer Morelli was shot once in the chest, and despite being rushed to the hospital, he succumbed to his ...
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  • Police had previously gone to home where officers killed
  • Cincinnati.com: Prosecutor will seek the death penalty if Westerville shooting suspect survives
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