Massillon Police Department, Ohio
End of Watch Thursday, September 16, 1920
Add to My HeroesWilliam E. Quinn
Patrolman William Quinn was ambushed and shot at W. Tremont and Duncan while walking his beat at 4:45 am.
A suspect, who was arrested three years later, was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to life.
Patrolman Quinn was survived by his wife and 2-year-old daughter.
Bio
- Age 27
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .32 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to life
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsNEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Patrolman William E. Quinn of the Massillon Police Department, Ohio and the additional 83 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
September 16, 2023
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