Bradley Thomas Scott, 30, an Elyria Patrolman, of Wakeman, died Friday, Aug. 27, 2004, from injuries sustained after being struck by a car, driven by a suspected drunk driver, while riding his motorcycle. He was born Dec. 11, 1973, in Ashland, and was a 1993 graduate of Ashland Senior High School. He graduated from North Central State Police Academy, Mansfield, with a degree in criminal justice in 1995. He was appointed official duty on Dec. 23, 1996, with The Elyria Police Department and was a member of the F.O.P. Lodge 30, Elyria. He attended Church of The Open Door. He was a loving and devoted father whose primary desire was to spend time with his children. His interests included motorcycle repair, riding motorcycles, camping, outdoors and boating. Surviving are his wife, Kimberly (Gandee) Scott of Wakeman; children, Alexis S. Scott and Alexander A. Scott, both of Wakeman; his parents, Daniel K. and Diana S. (Beard) Scott of Ashland; a brother, Jeffrey K. Scott of Ashland; paternal grandmother, Mildred Miller of Ashland; maternal grandparents, Eva Beard of Ashland and Russell and Artie Beard of Lodi; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. His paternal grandfather, Donald K. Scott, preceded him in death. A Service of Honor was held at Church of the Open Door, Elyria, Rev. Jim Mindling officiated. Visitation was held at the Dicken Funeral Home, Elyria. A memorial service to celebrate his life was held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Ashland, Rev. Sanford C. Mitchell officiated.
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ELYRIA — An off-duty Elyria police officer died Friday afternoon when his motorcycle collided with a car at the intersection of Middle Avenue and 16th Street. Brad Scott, 30, of Wakeman, was pronounced dead at EMH Regional Medical Center about 40 minutes after the accident occurred. He suffered severe head and torso injuries, county Coroner Dr. Paul Matus said. Scott, who had been an Elyria police officer for eight years, was an exceptional officer, Elyria police Chief Michael Medders said. “He did a very good job with the citizens,” Medders said. “He went out of his way to help everyone. I got a lot of calls saying how pleasant he was, and that’s rare because we don’t get a lot of compliments.” In addition to his other police duties, Scott was a member of the bicycle patrol and forged close ties with his co-workers, Medders said. “There were a lot of guys who were real close to him,” he said. “They’re not taking this too well.” A 29-year-old man was driving the 1976 Chevrolet Impala that collided with Scott’s 2001 Honda 929R motorcycle at the intersection, according to a release from the police. Scott lost control while trying to avoid the Impala, according to the statement. The identity of the Impala’s driver is not being released because no charges have been filed yet, Medders said. Medders would not comment on whether drugs or alcohol played a part in the accident because the investigation is still pending. Tasia Smith, 11, witnessed the accident from the front porch of her home at the corner of Middle Avenue and 16th Street. “The car was coming from (16th Street) really fast,” Tasia said. “The guy on the motorcycle saw him and hit his brakes, but he just skidded and couldn’t stop all the way.” Scott’s motorcycle flipped end over end after the front wheel struck the right front bumper of the car, causing Scott’s head to strike the pavement, Tasia said. “His body was under the front of the car, right next to the wheels, when it was all over,” she said. “Then he just laid there. He didn’t move at all.” Scott, who was not wearing a helmet, did not have a pulse at the scene, Matus said. “I have not yet determined if wearing a helmet would have saved his life,” Matus said. Ohio law mandates drivers 17 and younger and those licensed for less than a year wear helmets, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It was not immediately known how long Scott had been licensed. Medders said Scott was a highly decorated officer, earning the Education Award for completing a four-year degree, the Advanced Training Award, the Bike Award and a five-year service pin. Scott is survived by his wife, Kim, and two children. His parents live in Ashland.
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Elyria Police Officer Brad Scott was killed in a motorcycle crash while detailed to support a police association event shortly after 4:00 pm. He was en route to pickup supplies for the event when another vehicle pulled out in front of him at the intersection of Sixteenth Street and Middle Avenue. Officer Scott was thrown from his motorcycle upon impact and suffered fatal injuries. The driver of the vehicle was charged with driving under the influence of marijuana. He was subsequently convicted and sentenced to one year in jail. Officer Scott, age 30, had served with the Elyria Police Department for eight years. He is survived by his wife and two children. End of Watch: Friday, August 27, 2004.
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ELYRIA — An off-duty Elyria police officer died Friday afternoon when his motorcycle collided with a car at the intersection of Middle Avenue and 16th Street. Brad Scott, 30, of Wakeman, was pronounced dead at EMH Regional Medical Center about 40 minutes after the accident occurred. He suffered severe head and torso injuries, county Coroner Dr. Paul Matus said. Scott, who had been an Elyria police officer for eight years, was an exceptional officer, Elyria police Chief Michael Medders said. “He did a very good job with the citizens,” Medders said. “He went out of his way to help everyone. I got a lot of calls saying how pleasant he was, and that’s rare because we don’t get a lot of compliments.” In addition to his other police duties, Scott was a member of the bicycle patrol and forged close ties with his co-workers, Medders said. “There were a lot of guys who were real close to him,” he said. “They’re not taking this too well.” A 29-year-old man was driving the 1976 Chevrolet Impala that collided with Scott’s 2001 Honda 929R motorcycle at the intersection, according to a release from the police. Scott lost control while trying to avoid the Impala, according to the statement. The identity of the Impala’s driver is not being released because no charges have been filed yet, Medders said. Medders would not comment on whether drugs or alcohol played a part in the accident because the investigation is still pending. Tasia Smith, 11, witnessed the accident from the front porch of her home at the corner of Middle Avenue and 16th Street. “The car was coming from (16th Street) really fast,” Tasia said. “The guy on the motorcycle saw him and hit his brakes, but he just skidded and couldn’t stop all the way.” Scott’s motorcycle flipped end over end after the front wheel struck the right front bumper of the car, causing Scott’s head to strike the pavement, Tasia said. “His body was under the front of the car, right next to the wheels, when it was all over,” she said. “Then he just laid there. He didn’t move at all.” Scott, who was not wearing a helmet, did not have a pulse at the scene, Matus said. “I have not yet determined if wearing a helmet would have saved his life,” Matus said. Ohio law mandates drivers 17 and younger and those licensed for less than a year wear helmets, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It was not immediately known how long Scott had been licensed. Medders said Scott was a highly decorated officer, earning the Education Award for completing a four-year degree, the Advanced Training Award, the Bike Award and a five-year service pin. Scott is survived by his wife, Kim, and two children. His parents live in Ashland.
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Elyria Police Officer Brad Scott was killed in a motorcycle crash while detailed to support a police association event shortly after 4:00 pm. He was en route to pickup supplies for the event when another vehicle pulled out in front of him at the intersection of Sixteenth Street and Middle Avenue. Officer Scott was thrown from his motorcycle upon impact and suffered fatal injuries. The driver of the vehicle was charged with driving under the influence of marijuana. He was subsequently convicted and sentenced to one year in jail. Officer Scott, age 30, had served with the Elyria Police Department for eight years. He is survived by his wife and two children. End of Watch: Friday, August 27, 2004.
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Bradley Thomas Scott, 30, an Elyria Patrolman, of Wakeman, died Friday, Aug. 27, 2004, from injuries sustained after being struck by a car, driven by a suspected drunk driver, while riding his motorcycle. He was born Dec. 11, 1973, in Ashland, and was a 1993 graduate of Ashland Senior High School. He graduated from North Central State Police Academy, Mansfield, with a degree in criminal justice in 1995. He was appointed official duty on Dec. 23, 1996, with The Elyria Police Department and was a member of the F.O.P. Lodge 30, Elyria. He attended Church of The Open Door. He was a loving and devoted father whose primary desire was to spend time with his children. His interests included motorcycle repair, riding motorcycles, camping, outdoors and boating. Surviving are his wife, Kimberly (Gandee) Scott of Wakeman; children, Alexis S. Scott and Alexander A. Scott, both of Wakeman; his parents, Daniel K. and Diana S. (Beard) Scott of Ashland; a brother, Jeffrey K. Scott of Ashland; paternal grandmother, Mildred Miller of Ashland; maternal grandparents, Eva Beard of Ashland and Russell and Artie Beard of Lodi; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. His paternal grandfather, Donald K. Scott, preceded him in death. A Service of Honor was held at Church of the Open Door, Elyria, Rev. Jim Mindling officiated. Visitation was held at the Dicken Funeral Home, Elyria. A memorial service to celebrate his life was held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Ashland, Rev. Sanford C. Mitchell officiated.
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ELYRIA — An off-duty Elyria police officer died Friday afternoon when his motorcycle collided with a car at the intersection of Middle Avenue and 16th Street. Brad Scott, 30, of Wakeman, was pronounced dead at EMH Regional Medical Center about 40 minutes after the accident occurred. He suffered severe head and torso injuries, county Coroner Dr. Paul Matus said. Scott, who had been an Elyria police officer for eight years, was an exceptional officer, Elyria police Chief Michael Medders said. “He did a very good job with the citizens,” Medders said. “He went out of his way to help everyone. I got a lot of calls saying how pleasant he was, and that’s rare because we don’t get a lot of compliments.” In addition to his other police duties, Scott was a member of the bicycle patrol and forged close ties with his co-workers, Medders said. “There were a lot of guys who were real close to him,” he said. “They’re not taking this too well.” A 29-year-old man was driving the 1976 Chevrolet Impala that collided with Scott’s 2001 Honda 929R motorcycle at the intersection, according to a release from the police. Scott lost control while trying to avoid the Impala, according to the statement. The identity of the Impala’s driver is not being released because no charges have been filed yet, Medders said. Medders would not comment on whether drugs or alcohol played a part in the accident because the investigation is still pending. Tasia Smith, 11, witnessed the accident from the front porch of her home at the corner of Middle Avenue and 16th Street. “The car was coming from (16th Street) really fast,” Tasia said. “The guy on the motorcycle saw him and hit his brakes, but he just skidded and couldn’t stop all the way.” Scott’s motorcycle flipped end over end after the front wheel struck the right front bumper of the car, causing Scott’s head to strike the pavement, Tasia said. “His body was under the front of the car, right next to the wheels, when it was all over,” she said. “Then he just laid there. He didn’t move at all.” Scott, who was not wearing a helmet, did not have a pulse at the scene, Matus said. “I have not yet determined if wearing a helmet would have saved his life,” Matus said. Ohio law mandates drivers 17 and younger and those licensed for less than a year wear helmets, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It was not immediately known how long Scott had been licensed. Medders said Scott was a highly decorated officer, earning the Education Award for completing a four-year degree, the Advanced Training Award, the Bike Award and a five-year service pin. Scott is survived by his wife, Kim, and two children. His parents live in Ashland.
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Elyria Police Officer Brad Scott was killed in a motorcycle crash while detailed to support a police association event shortly after 4:00 pm. He was en route to pickup supplies for the event when another vehicle pulled out in front of him at the intersection of Sixteenth Street and Middle Avenue. Officer Scott was thrown from his motorcycle upon impact and suffered fatal injuries. The driver of the vehicle was charged with driving under the influence of marijuana. He was subsequently convicted and sentenced to one year in jail. Officer Scott, age 30, had served with the Elyria Police Department for eight years. He is survived by his wife and two children. End of Watch: Friday, August 27, 2004.
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ELYRIA — An off-duty Elyria police officer died Friday afternoon when his motorcycle collided with a car at the intersection of Middle Avenue and 16th Street. Brad Scott, 30, of Wakeman, was pronounced dead at EMH Regional Medical Center about 40 minutes after the accident occurred. He suffered severe head and torso injuries, county Coroner Dr. Paul Matus said. Scott, who had been an Elyria police officer for eight years, was an exceptional officer, Elyria police Chief Michael Medders said. “He did a very good job with the citizens,” Medders said. “He went out of his way to help everyone. I got a lot of calls saying how pleasant he was, and that’s rare because we don’t get a lot of compliments.” In addition to his other police duties, Scott was a member of the bicycle patrol and forged close ties with his co-workers, Medders said. “There were a lot of guys who were real close to him,” he said. “They’re not taking this too well.” A 29-year-old man was driving the 1976 Chevrolet Impala that collided with Scott’s 2001 Honda 929R motorcycle at the intersection, according to a release from the police. Scott lost control while trying to avoid the Impala, according to the statement. The identity of the Impala’s driver is not being released because no charges have been filed yet, Medders said. Medders would not comment on whether drugs or alcohol played a part in the accident because the investigation is still pending. Tasia Smith, 11, witnessed the accident from the front porch of her home at the corner of Middle Avenue and 16th Street. “The car was coming from (16th Street) really fast,” Tasia said. “The guy on the motorcycle saw him and hit his brakes, but he just skidded and couldn’t stop all the way.” Scott’s motorcycle flipped end over end after the front wheel struck the right front bumper of the car, causing Scott’s head to strike the pavement, Tasia said. “His body was under the front of the car, right next to the wheels, when it was all over,” she said. “Then he just laid there. He didn’t move at all.” Scott, who was not wearing a helmet, did not have a pulse at the scene, Matus said. “I have not yet determined if wearing a helmet would have saved his life,” Matus said. Ohio law mandates drivers 17 and younger and those licensed for less than a year wear helmets, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It was not immediately known how long Scott had been licensed. Medders said Scott was a highly decorated officer, earning the Education Award for completing a four-year degree, the Advanced Training Award, the Bike Award and a five-year service pin. Scott is survived by his wife, Kim, and two children. His parents live in Ashland.
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Elyria Police Officer Brad Scott was killed in a motorcycle crash while detailed to support a police association event shortly after 4:00 pm. He was en route to pickup supplies for the event when another vehicle pulled out in front of him at the intersection of Sixteenth Street and Middle Avenue. Officer Scott was thrown from his motorcycle upon impact and suffered fatal injuries. The driver of the vehicle was charged with driving under the influence of marijuana. He was subsequently convicted and sentenced to one year in jail. Officer Scott, age 30, had served with the Elyria Police Department for eight years. He is survived by his wife and two children. End of Watch: Friday, August 27, 2004.
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