Officer William H. Heins
San Francisco Police Department
California
End of Watch: Thursday, June 4, 1908

Biographical Info
Age: 39
Tour of Duty: 12 years
Badge Number: Not available

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Thursday, June 4, 1908
Weapon Used: Gun; Unknown type
Suspect Info: Sentenced to life in prison

Officer Heins was shot and killed after he attempted to arrest the suspect for robbery. The suspect and his brother had just robbed the O.K. Saloon on the corner of Pacific Street and Montgomery Street when Officer Heins encountered them. The suspect drew a gun and shot and killed officer Heins. Both suspect were arrested and the shooter was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison.

Officer Heins had been with the agency for 12 years.