Patrolman William T. Wilson
Dayton Police Department
Ohio
End of Watch: Thursday, February 23, 1928

Biographical Info
Age: 33
Tour of Duty: 3 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Thursday, February 23, 1928
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Sentenced to life in prison

Patrolman Wilson was shot and killed after stopping home for lunch. When Patrolman Wilson stopped at home, which was on his beat, to get lunch he found the suspect in the house. An argument ensued between Patrolman Wilson and the suspect, about the suspect being to friendly towards Patrolman Wilson's wife. With out provocation the suspect pulled a gun and fired on Patrolman Wilson, striking him in the abdomen. The suspect was later tried and convicted and sentenced to life in prison.

Patrolman Wilson had been with the agency for three years and was survived by his wife and three children.