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Canton Police Officer Dave Wolgamott Dies in Crash on Way to Work

Officials issued condolences honoring his nearly 19 years of service.

Overview

  • Canton Police identified the officer as Dave Wolgamott and confirmed the fatal crash occurred Monday morning.
  • The collision happened just before 7 a.m. in the 800 block of Cherry Avenue SE in Canton.
  • He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he died a short time later.
  • Wolgamott served more than 19 years with the department, assigned to the patrol division with duties in the jail.
  • Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes released statements offering condolences and praising his service.