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Policeman William E. Raymond | Charleston Police Department, South Carolina Charleston Police Department, South Carolina

Policeman

William E. Raymond

Charleston Police Department, South Carolina

End of Watch: Wednesday, September 10, 1919

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 31

Tour: Not available

Badge # Not available

Cause: Gunfire

Incident Date: 9/10/1919

Weapon: Gun; Unknown type

Suspect: Apprehended

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Policeman William Raymond was shot and killed at the corner of Line Street and Rutledge Avenue by a man he attempted to arrest for disorderly conduct. Policeman Raymond managed to return fire and then pulled a fire alarm before he collapsed.

The suspect was found seven hours later in a nearby backyard suffering from three gunshot wounds in his right leg.

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Officer Raymond,
Sir, it has taken over 90 years, but you are finally being honored. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Charleston.

R.I.P.
USBP

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January 7, 2010

 

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