Police Officer William Steven Whalen
Dayton Police Department
Ohio
End of Watch: Friday, March 22, 1991

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

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Friday, March 22, 1991
Weapon Used: Rifle; AR-15
Suspect Info: Sentenced to life

Officer Whalen was shot and killed while attempting to stop a vehicle wanted in connection with a shooting at a local hotel. As he attempted to stop the truck the driver opened the rear window and opened fire with an AR-15 rifle. Officer Whalen was able to return fire twice but was struck in the head and killed.

The suspect was apprehended and sentenced to life in prison.

Officer Whalen was survived by his parents.