Chillicothe police officer Larry R. Cox was shot and killed by a man suspected of attempting to rob a gas station. Officers searching for the man ran down city streets with their guns drawn and some motorists were stopped so police could check their cars. Keener identified the slain officer as Larry Cox, a 19-year department veteran who was involved in drug education programs in area schools. The chief said a car stolen from a drug store about 8:40 p.m. was used in the attempted robbery 15 minutes later. The robbery led to a car chase, which turned into a foot pursuit. Cox was apparently walking home from his parents' home.
 

The Franklin County Sheriff's Office said the incident stemmed from a report of a stolen car and a robbery at a BP gas station. Police said the robber stole a car from a restaurant on North Bridge Street and robbed the BP on East Main Street. The man wore a mask and a hood during the robbery. Surveillance images from the BP robbery were released Friday evening. The robber then led police on a chase. Police said Cox, a DARE officer, was walking from his parents' house to his house when he heard about the chase and responded. The robber then drove his car into a nearby alley, where the shooting took place. Officers said they heard several gunshots. Cox was found with a gunshot wound to his neck. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Diallo Hill

Patrolman Cox had served with the Chillicothe Police Department for 19 years and served as one of the city's DARE officers at the time of his murder. He was survived by his wife, son, Father and Mother.

	Crystal Detty helps her 7-year-old daughter Leah place flowers Friday at a memorial for fallen officers at the Ross County Law Enforcement Complex. Many people placed flowers, keepsakes, and signs in remembrance of Officer Larry Cox.

Agency Information:
Chillicothe Police Department
28 N. Paint St.
Suite C
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Phone: 740-773-1191

 

Larry Cox, the father, son, husband, uncle, brother, and hero. What else can be said? He was a friend to everyone he met. Even the people he arrested liked him, he managed to befriend them. Larry was my "big brother" not by blood but by friendship. His parents raised him by the word of the Lord and he lived that everyday of his life. Larry is missed by kids as well as adults.

I cant wait to see you again on the golden highway. Love Ya Lots. Heather

Heather, CIA Agent

04/27/2006
12:14 AM



Larry, My daughter and I will forever miss you. Your not too far away in our thoughts. We miss seeing you and smiling. I believe you have left one miracle for me to have. I recently had a baby boy (3-15-06), his name is Nathan Landon John. I made a promise to you, if and when I could have another child, I would make sure he would have Landon as part of his name. His is my miracle child of you. I Miss - Love You!

Shawnee Helton
shelton6@localnet.com

04/19/2006
04:04 PM



To a Brother: From a brother
You have done a good job down here on earth and now i hope you will be able to do a better job in heaven. I known this brother of mine and I am PROUD to say I knew Cox and I have talked to him. He is a very RESPECTED MAN IN MY HEART!!! I SALUTE OFFICER LARRY COX for the services he GAVE TO HELP ANOTHER.

Cdt. A/B Jordan Hickle
marineboy09538@yahoo.com
U.S Airforce Auxiliary

Date: 07/28/2005
Time: 07:40 PM



To the Chillicothe Police Department, family and friends of Larry-you all are in my/our thoughts and prayers. "And who at worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never, never be with those cold and timid souls, who know neither victory nor defeat..." God speed.

Summerville Police Department
www.SummervillePolice.com

Police Officer, Wendy Adams, SC
wadams@summervillepolice.com

Date: 05/31/2005
Time: 09:33 AM


I loved Officer Larry Cox he was my D.A.R.E officer, he was a best friend and he was always there to talk to and support you and protect you. I remember when I was in elementary school and he was at the school for D.A.R.E and it was Valentine's Day and I gave him a valentine telling him I dared him to be my valentine. He was such a sweat guy and he brought a sense of comfort to my life. So officer Cox I salute you and I love you.

High School Student
Laura
band_geek30@yahoo.com
Chillicothe, OH

Date: 04/28/2005
Time: 07:04 PM



I wish to send my deepest sympathies to the Family of officer Cox and the department and community that he served for so many years. As long as there is crime, there will be a then blue line of us to combat it. He has paid the largest price rest in peace my brother.

Constable, Marty McGee
martyak@gci.net
State Of Alaska D.M.V.A.

Date: 04/27/2005
Time: 12:10 AM


I'm really sorry, when a police officer dies a guard angel dies too. Molly live forever in the mind of all
cops of the world (and every cops fallen in action). Edgar Solera Ex sergeant of police
(Costa Rica, Guardia Civil)

Government Agent, Guardia Civil, Costa Rica
Edgar Solera
edgarsoleramontero@yahoo.com



Our prayers are with the family

US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net



My deepest sympathy and prayers are with the family.

Fred Cog
Bailiff, NY



I am sorry for the deep loss to the family, friends and comrades.

US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net



The easiest way for evil to triumph, is for good men to do nothing....Edmund Burke. There are people who think that we do the job to be heroes, or for personal gain. They could never understand that it is about the person next to you.

Reserve Officer, Sergeant Aaron King
Josephine County Sheriffs Office, OR
akingermx@hotmail.com



It is abundantly clear that ALL of your fallen officers shared a common thread - they were of the highest caliber yet modest and unassuming in the approach of their duties. I believe that for as long as such
men and women patrol your streets with such commitment and professionalism, then you have much to be proud of. My heart goes out to all the bereaved families, but be assured, there is someone in "every" corner of the world who cares!

Don W.
Howling@thesilverymoon.fsnet.co.uk
Wildlife Protection Ranger (UK)
Gloucestershire, United Kingdom



May your family find peace and strength.  I know how it feels to lose a family member in the line of duty.  My prayers are with you.  They will be blessed for all that they did for us while they were here and now they can all watch over us.

Lauren, LA
summer8219@hotmail.com



Your job on earth is done and you are safely in God's hands. You are now our guardian angel who watches over us in heaven. Your family and fellow officers are in our prayers. God bless.

Beverly "Jake" Smith, Retired Reserve Officer
Gainesville Police Dept. FL
smithbc@ci.gainesville.fl.us



Walk tall, walk tall and protect us from above with honor and dignity. May you lead the charge for
citizens right in heaven as you did here on earth

Darrell Thompson
Privet Security Officer St. Clair Co. MI,
Community College Campus Patrol #14
darrell@policespecial.com
www.sc4.edu



Rest in peace, and may God allow him to keep watch over us on earth while he patrols his beat
in heaven. Our prayers go out to the Officer's Department family and friends. May they all find peace in their hearts soon.

From all the Staff at Police Special Inc.