United States Army Lieutenant, Cleveland, Ohio Patrolman, and 2019 Syracuse University alum Jamieson R. Ritter was born and raised in Webster, New York with a profound desire to serve his country and community. In 2015, Jamieson graduated from McQuaid Jesuit High School in Rochester, NY.
In the fall of 2015, Jamieson enrolled at Syracuse University and joined the Army ROTC program. He graduated in 2019 with an undergraduate degree in Communications and Rhetorical Studies from the College of Visual and Performing Arts. Jamieson was also commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant of Field Artillery through the Stalwart Battalion Army ROTC program.
In 2020, Jamieson joined the Cleveland, Ohio Police Department as a patrolman. As a Lieutenant in the Ohio Army National Guard, he deployed to Syria in 2022 as part of Operation Inherent Resolve. Jamieson was awarded the Combat Action Badge for his performance of duties while being engaged in ground combat by the enemy. In 2023 he returned to continue his service with the Cleveland Police Department.
On July 4th, 2024, Patrolman Jamieson R. Ritter was tragically killed in the line of duty. He was 27 years old. Jamieson selflessly served his nation, his state and his community with unwavering commitment and bravery. His courage and dedication to protecting others were the driving force in his life, tragically cut short.
The Ritter family would like to thank all the men and women who selflessly serve in our armed forces and police officers who keep our country safe. The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of support from Syracuse University, the Cleveland Police department and the entire community. It is a testament to the impact that Jamieson had on those he served and his legacy of selfless service.
