Patrolman William J. Greller
Cleveland Police Department
Ohio
End of Watch: Friday, September 18, 1964

Biographical Info
Age: 34
Tour of Duty: 6 years
Badge Number: 1210

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Friday, September 18, 1964
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Shot and killed

Patrolman Greller was shot and killed when he and another officer interrupted a robbery in progress at a local meat packing plant. The two officer had gone to the plant to interview the owner about a previous burglary. Coincidentally, when they arrived, the plant's office was being robbed.

The suspect immediately opened fire on the two officers, striking Patrolman Greller in the chest twice. The other officer was shot in the arm but was able to return fire and kill the suspect.

Patrolman Greller had served with the agency for 6 years. He was survived by his wife and four sons.