On November 11th, 1922, Miamisburg Police Patrolman Frank P. Weidner was attempting to diffuse an armed confrontation when he suffered critical injuries from getting stabbed.

He was off duty when he saw a heavily intoxicated man brandishing a knife and threatening a manager who had refused to let him into a theatre. He had crossed the street, identified himself as an officer, and started trying to deescalate the situation. But when Patrolman Weidner respectfully asked him to put away the knife, the man suddenly whirled around and stabbed him in the abdomen. The man immediately fled, but was soon apprehended nearby by fellow officers.

Frank died of his injuries five days later, on November 16th, 1922. That same day the 19-year old killer was charged with murder.

Patrolman Weidner was 55 years old at the time of his death, and had served with the Miamisburg Police Department for 16 years. He was survived by his wife, two sons, stepson, father, three brothers, and three sisters.

Frank was known as being beyond reproach, and was held in high esteem and widely respected by his fellow officers—and local citizens—for his constant, diligent efforts to keep the peace. He had a reputation for always being willing to lend a helping hand to the needy and anyone else in distress.