Wichita Police Department, Kansas
End of Watch Tuesday, February 23, 1915
Add to My HeroesWilliam L. Humphries
Detective William Humphries was shot and killed while attempting to question a suspect in a local pool hall at 803 Douglas Avenue.
When the man became cornered by Detective Humphries he pulled out a handgun and opened fire, fatally wounding the detective. The subject was apprehended and convicted of first-degree murder.
Detective Humphries is buried in Maple Grove Cemetery, Wichita, Kansas.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun
- Offender Convicted of murder
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsRest in Peace, Detective Humphries. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
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