Waco Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, October 27, 1900
Add to My HeroesWilliam Davis Mitchell
Police Officer William Mitchell was shot and killed after being dispatched to a disturbance at a local saloon on North Sixth Street, near Austin Street. While dismounting his horse he was shot several times.
The subject was executed on October 25th, 1901.
Officer Mitchell had served with the Waco Police Department for only six months. He was survived by his wife and three daughters.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 6 months
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Executed in 1901
Most Recent Reflection
View all 5 ReflectionsRest in peace Officer Mitchell.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 1, 2019
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