James Anthony Kerstetter served in the U.S. Army for 2 years and 11 months. James served during the years of the Cold War.
Gunfire
Sergeant James Kerstetter was shot and killed after responding to a call at a home on 18th Street. A mother had called 911 to report that a neighbor had exposed himself to her child and kicked in a window in her home.
The suspect opened fire on officers after they located him at his residence, wounding Sergeant Kerstetter. Other officers returned fire and killed the suspect. Sergeant Kerstetter was transported to EMH Regional Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
Sergeant Kerstetter had served with the Elyria Police Department for 15 years and had previously served with the Lorain County Sheriff's Office.
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In tribute
I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.
Sergeant Kerstetter gave the Elyria Police Department 15 years.
Thank you for your service to the Elyria community. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Sergeant Kerstetter.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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