Springville Police Department, Utah
End of Watch Monday, November 22, 1897
Add to My HeroesSilas E. Clark
Chief Silas Clark was accidentally shot and killed by one of his officers inside of the police station.
The two officers were loading their weapons when the officer's revolver discharged and struck Chief Clark in the stomach. He succumbed to his wound four days later.
Chief Clark had served with the Springville Police Department for one year. He was survived by his wife and nine children.
Bio
- Age 43
- Tour 1 year
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire (Inadvertent)
- Incident Date Thursday, November 18, 1897
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsChief Clark, on today the 125th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Springville.
R.I.P.
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