Steven Michael Steve Smith

Death by Force

Steven Michael "Steve" Smith, a 54-year-old Caucasian male, was a dedicated officer with the Columbus Division of Police, serving for 27 years. He was affectionately known as "Mike" to his family and friends. On April 10, 2016, during a SWAT operation to serve a felony arson warrant, Officer Smith was shot by the suspect, Lincoln Rutledge, while riding in the turret of an armored vehicle. Despite immediate medical attention, Officer Smith succumbed to his injuries two days later on April 12, 201 ...Read More

Ohio police officer wounded in weekend shooting dies

WDTN: Columbus SWAT officer Steve Smith dies after gunshot sustained in Sunday shooting

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