Patrolman William Larry Whitwell
Columbia Police Department
Tennessee
End of Watch: Sunday, April 5, 1981

Biographical Info
Age: 34
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Sunday, April 5, 1981
Weapon Used: Officer's handgun
Suspect Info: Sentenced to life

Patrolman Whitwell was shot and killed with his own weapon after stopping a vehicle for speeding. Unbeknownst to Patrolman Whitwell the two occupants had just robbed a local fast food restaurant. As he was talking with the men the robbery call was broadcast over the radio and Patrolman Whitwell observed a money bag in the vehicle. A struggle ensued and Patrolman Whitwell was shot with his own weapon. Both suspects fled but were later apprehended and sentenced to life.

Patrolman Whitwell was survived by his wife and son.