Abrams Speaks on Legislation Honoring Patrolman David L. Cole

COLUMBUS – State Rep. Cindy Abrams (R-Harrison) today testified on legislation that designates a portion of I-71 in Hamilton County as the “Patrolman David L. Cole Memorial Highway.”

Patrolman Cole served the Cincinnati Police Division for five years. He was killed in the line of duty in 1974 near Florence Avenue in Cincinnati while responding to a burglary. He was only 24.

“I am honored to have the opportunity to pay tribute to Patrolman Cole for his bravery and dedication to public safety,” Abrams said. “My hope is to not only honor the sacrifice Patrolman Cole made, but also remind us all to not take for granted the men and women in law enforcement who give so much for our safety.”

The bill would designate I-71 North and Southbound between Martin Luther King Drive and Eden Park Drive in Patrolman Cole’s honor.

Cole was survived by his wife, Cheryl, from whom the idea of this legislation arose, both his parents, and his four siblings.

House Bill 736 was passed by the House Transportation and Public Safety Committee and now awaits a vote on the House floor.