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Photograph: Policeman Edward E. Wilhoit

Patch image: Los Angeles Police Department, California






Policeman Edward E. Wilhoit
Los Angeles Police Department
California

End of Watch: Wednesday, August 20, 1924

Biographical Info
Age: 36
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Wednesday, August 20, 1924
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Apprehended

Policeman Wilhoit was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a suspect carrying a concealed weapon. The suspect shot Policeman Wilhoit four times and then opened fire on witnesses, wounding two bystanders. The suspect was then taken into custody.

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